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Here in Massachusetts a large majority concur in sentiment on Slavery,--a large majority desire the overthrow of the Slave Power.
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Sumner notes that a significant majority in Massachusetts opposes slavery and seeks to dismantle the Slave Power.
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It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
Tendencies of nations, as revealed in history, teach that our aims are in harmony with prevailing laws, which God, in his benevolence, has ordained for mankind.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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