Frederick Douglass: “For, of all the places in the world where an anti-slavery man needs…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1855

For, of all the places in the world where an anti-slavery man needs the confidence and encouragement of friends, I take Washington to be that place.

Said by

Frederick Douglass

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Douglass emphasizes the critical need for support and encouragement for anti-slavery advocates working in Washington D.C.

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Frederick Douglass: “For, of all the places in the world where an anti-slavery man needs the confidence and encouragement of friends, I take…”