We shall have many temptations to swerve aside, but the power of mind that keeps our position clear and firm will react against every destroying influence.

In the first stage of the fight for internal unity, when blind bigotry is furiously insisting that we but plan an insidious scheme for the oppression of a minority, our firmness will save us till our conception of the end grow on that minority and convince all of our earnestness.

Then the dream will inspire them, the flag will claim them, and the first stage in the fight will be won.

When internal unity is accomplished, we are within reach of freedom.

Yes, but cries an objector, "Why plead for friendship with England, who will have peace only on condition of her supremacy ?" And an answer is needed.