If you admit the greatest happiness of the greatest number to be the true test of national prosperity, then, beyond all controversy, the British West Indies are now infinitely more prosperous than at any previous period of their history.
Tappan argues that the British West Indies have achieved greater prosperity post-abolition compared to their past.
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Now is the time, fellow-citizens, to assail the foe.
He is terrified by the echo of his own threats, and the very proposal to dissolve the Union and leave him to his fate, throws him into paroxysms.
Do you ask that your children may be rescued from the ignorance and irreligion to which they are now doomed, and that avenues may be opened for you and for them to honest and profitable employment?
You will be cheered by the approbation of your own consciences, and by the plaudits of mankind.