I would say the answer is "harbor". This word is usually used as a noun; but in this case, it is a verb that means to provide shelter to someone or something, to keep someone safe, but also to have something in mind and think about it. This word is purposefully chosen and fits into Whitman's well-intended, philanthropic and inclusive worldview.
Food, gas and clothing were rationed. Communities conducted scrap metal drives. To help build the armaments necessary to win the war, women found employment as electricians, welders and riveters in defense plants. Japanese Americans had their rights as citizens stripped from them.
By comparison = when compared , to compare
Ok ok true but go slow get in their in the bedroom