But, in the South, the subordination of man, to man, in his earnings, his skill, his time and labor--in his person, his affections, his very children--is a part of the theory of society, drawn out into explicit statutory law, coincident with public opinion, and executed without secrecy.
Here, Beecher critiques the systemic subjugation of individuals in the South, contrasting it with Northern ideals.
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An infernal Juno, envious of the destined greatness of this country, hath sent this serpent upon it!
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