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The extinction of SLAVERY from the face of the earth is a problem, moral, political, religious, which at this moment rocks the foundations of human society throughout the regions of civilized man.
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Quincy addresses the global issue of slavery, framing it as a profound moral and political challenge.
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As a treaty of commerce it will be indeed of little use to us, and we shall never obtain anything more favorable so long as the principles of the navigation act are obstinately adhered to by Great Britain.
The power of the present Congress to enact laws essential to the welfare of the people has been struck with apoplexy by the executive hand.
If its operation should turn out more advantageous to them, it will be more honorable for us; and I never can object to entering formally into an obligation to do that which, upon every virtuous principle, ought to be done without it.
He dismissed from office, without trial, without charge, and without fault, faithful and able men.
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