Charles Sumner: “A new power, dedicated to Slavery, will take its seat at the great…”

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A new power, dedicated to Slavery, will take its seat at the great council-board, to jostle thrones and benches, while it overshadows humanity.

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Sumner warns that a new power supporting slavery will disrupt the balance of international relations.

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Charles Sumner: “A new power, dedicated to Slavery, will take its seat at the great council-board, to jostle thrones and benches, while…”