If it be shown that they are not only without precedent, but that they are inconsistent with the requirements of modern civilization, that they are of evil example, and that they tend directly to war,--then, on this account, we should hesitate still more before we venture to grant them.
Sumner insists that actions inconsistent with civilization and that promote war should be avoided.
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