Charles Sumner: “Esteem others better than yourself.' 'No,' says Caste, 'do not commune…”

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Esteem others better than yourself.' 'No,' says Caste, 'do not commune with low men: consider yourself of high estimation.

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Sumner contrasts the teachings of the Gospel with the exclusionary nature of caste, highlighting its moral failings.

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Charles Sumner: “Esteem others better than yourself.' 'No,' says Caste, 'do not commune with low men: consider yourself of high…”