Charles Sumner: “Admitting the necessity of Force for such purpose, Christianity…”

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Admitting the necessity of Force for such purpose, Christianity revolts at Force as the substitute for a judicial tribunal.

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Sumner argues that while force may be necessary, it should not replace judicial processes.

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Charles Sumner: “Admitting the necessity of Force for such purpose, Christianity revolts at Force as the substitute for a judicial…”