On the record
Claims beginning thus early, and thus sustained, may be ancient, but they cannot be stale.
Source
gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Sumner argues that claims that have been long-standing should still be considered valid and relevant.
Share
More from Charles Sumner
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
They who strive after it, Ixion-like, embrace a cloud.
It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
Other voices in this conversation
