Charles Sumner: “But, notwithstanding his earnest efforts, the measure was hurried…”

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But, notwithstanding his earnest efforts, the measure was hurried through the House by the vote of every slaveholder present, Whig and Democrat.

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Massachusetts

Source

Sumner describes how the measure regarding Texas was passed despite opposition, with support from both Whigs and Democrats.

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Charles Sumner: “But, notwithstanding his earnest efforts, the measure was hurried through the House by the vote of every slaveholder…”