Charles Sumner: “Rejoicing in my independence, and claiming nothing from party ties, I…”

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Rejoicing in my independence, and claiming nothing from party ties, I throw myself upon the candor and magnanimity of the Senate.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes his independence from party affiliations, appealing to the Senate's generosity.

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