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The great fundamental principle of Abolitionists is, that man cannot rightfully hold his fellow man as property.
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Angelina Emily Grimké
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gutenberg.orgAngelina Emily Grimké: “The great fundamental principle of Abolitionists is, that man cannot rightfully hold his fellow man as property.”
Editor's note · Context
Grimké states the fundamental belief of abolitionists regarding human rights and property.
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