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From the beginning of this Rebellion, Slavery has been constantly manifest in the conduct of the masters, and even here in the national capital it is the traitorous power encouraging and strengthening the enemy.
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He critiques the role of slavery in the rebellion, highlighting its influence even in the national capital.
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Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
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They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
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