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Charles Sumner: “Would that I could impress upon all who now hear me something of the strength of my own convictions!”

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Would that I could impress upon all who now hear me something of the strength of my own convictions!
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner wishes to convey the depth of his convictions to his audience.

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