But, whatever may be the sentiment of the people, whether Baez and Cabral agree or disagree, I come back to the single practical point that Baez has been, and is now, maintained in power by the naval force of the United States.
Sumner reiterates that Baez's power is maintained by U.S. naval force, regardless of local sentiments.
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