I'd rather hold my neck By doubtful tenure from a Sultan's beck, In climes where liberty has scarce been nam'd, Nor any right but that of ruling claim'd, Than thus to live where boasted Freedom waves Her fustian flag in mockery over slaves!
Garrison contrasts the false freedom of America with the oppressive rule of a Sultan, emphasizing the hypocrisy of American liberty.
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