Charles Sumner: “I insist upon this point: the object of the resolution, and I will…”

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I insist upon this point: the object of the resolution, and I will demonstrate it, is to commit Congress to the policy of annexion.

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Massachusetts

Source

Sumner emphasizes the intent behind a resolution regarding annexation, asserting its purpose clearly.

More from Charles Sumner

Consent of the governed necessary in forming new governments of, XII. 298.

Women’s National League, petition of, for universal emancipation, X. 300.

Slave Power, necessity of political action against the, II. 207.

His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.

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Charles Sumner: “I insist upon this point: the object of the resolution, and I will demonstrate it, is to commit Congress to the policy…”