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If these means are not promptly and energetically applied, a European power may fasten itself upon Mexico, which it will become a necessity with us, at no distant day, to dislodge.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “If these means are not promptly and energetically applied, a European power may fasten itself upon Mexico, which it will…”
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He warns that failing to act could lead to a European power establishing control over Mexico, necessitating U.S. intervention.
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