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The first object was not independence, but the establishment of these principles; and when at last independence began, it was because these principles could be secured in no other way.
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Here, Sumner articulates that the pursuit of independence was rooted in the desire to secure essential principles of governance.
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More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
But so long as War exists as an Institution this terrible inconsistency must appear.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
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