Charles Sumner: “Among these, none is of higher authority than Montesquieu, who brought…”

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Among these, none is of higher authority than Montesquieu, who brought to political science study, genius, and a liberal spirit.

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Sumner acknowledges Montesquieu's contributions to political science while noting his limitations.

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