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Charles Sumner: “On the abolition of Slavery we were solemnly warned that riot, confusion, and chaos would ensue.”

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On the abolition of Slavery we were solemnly warned that riot, confusion, and chaos would ensue.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

This quote addresses the fears surrounding the abolition of slavery, which were proven unfounded.

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