There is no argument for military governors which is not equally strong for Congressional governments, while the latter have in their favor two controlling considerations: first, that they proceed from the civil rather than the military power; and, secondly, that they are created by law.
Sumner argues that the case for military governors is equally applicable to Congressional governments, emphasizing the latter's legal foundation.
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