[51] the sympathies of all shall swell in one firm and irresistible voice against the deep damnation, in this age of Christian light, of lending new sanctions to the slavery of our brother-man. Come forth, then, men of all parties; let us range together. Come forth, all who have thus far stood aloof from parties. Here is an occasion for action. Men of peace! come forward. All who feel in any way the wrong of slavery, take your stand! Join us, ye lovers of Truth, of Justice, of Humanity! And let me call especially upon the young. You are the natural guardians of Freedom. In your firm resolves and generous souls, she will find her surest protection. The young man, who is not willing to serve in her cause—to suffer, if need be, for her—gives little promise of those qualities which secure an honorable age.
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