It may also be difficult for the Genl. Govt. to decide between contending parties each of which claim the sanction of the Constitution. Govt. be compelled to remain an inactive witness of its own destruction. If they appeal to the sword, it will then be necessary for the Genl. Some such provision is essential.
Every State ought to wish for it.
It has been doubted whether it is a casus federis at present. And no room ought to be left for such a doubt hereafter. No doubt could be entertained but that Congs. had the authority if they had the means to co-operate with any State in subduing a rebellion. In the printed Journal, S. Carolina no. 31.