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The National Government, so long as it was ruled by Slavery, could not tolerate a Black Republic.
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Sumner asserts that the U.S. government's support for slavery prevented recognition of Black republics.
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I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
But so long as War exists as an Institution this terrible inconsistency must appear.
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