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It will show that we are in earnest, and, so doing, we help to check that tyrannical spirit which has thus far intimidated the politicians--I will not say the people--of the Free States.
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Sumner believes that demonstrating earnestness in their cause is essential to counteract the intimidation of politicians.
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