But though not present with you, and not undertaking to express any opinion on the precise question of national duty, I wish it to be understood that I can never fail to unite in every earnest, manly word by which the sympathies of our country are extended to all, in whatever land, who are defending the Rights of Man.
Sumner expresses solidarity with those fighting for human rights globally, emphasizing a national commitment to these ideals.
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