He described the character of Slavery; he proved its operation upon the liberties of communities and the character of individuals; and he declared the resolution of the Free States to get rid of the evil of being implicated in such a barbarism, and to save every new community from being cursed with it against its will.
In this statement, Sumner articulates the impact of slavery on communities and individuals, advocating for the abolition of this institution.
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Confessing the Fatherhood of God, and the consequent Brotherhood of Man, we find a divine standard of unquestionable accuracy.
In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
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