And yet again it is declared, that in the administration of the National Government the original policy of the Fathers shall be adopted, in opposition to the policy of Slavery, which for the last twelve years has been so tyrannical, and for the last forty years has made its barbaric impress on the country.
Sumner advocates for a return to the founding principles of the nation, opposing the tyranny of slavery that has persisted for decades.
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In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
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