Here I shall encounter the familiar pretensions of another time, no longer put forth by defiant Slave-Masters, but retailed by conscientious Senators, who think they are supporting the Constitution, when they are only echoing the voice of Slavery.
Sumner critiques Senators who mistakenly believe they are upholding the Constitution while actually supporting slavery.
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Women’s National League, petition of, for universal emancipation, X. 300.
Sovereignty of, belongs to the people, XVI. 28.
Disunion no remedy for grievances of, VII. 33.
Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.
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