Charles Sumner: “Nearly FORTY THOUSAND Freemen have, by their votes, borne testimony…”

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Nearly FORTY THOUSAND Freemen have, by their votes, borne testimony against the two old political organizations, and for the new party of FREEDOM.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner highlights the significant support for the Free-Soil Party in Massachusetts, emphasizing a shift in political sentiment.

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Charles Sumner: “Nearly FORTY THOUSAND Freemen have, by their votes, borne testimony against the two old political organizations, and for…”