Charles Sumner: “We revolt at the relation of Caste; but here is a Caste which is…”

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We revolt at the relation of Caste; but here is a Caste which is established under a Constitution declaring that all men are born equal.

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Massachusetts

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He expresses his opposition to caste systems, especially in the context of a Constitution that promotes equality.

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Charles Sumner: “We revolt at the relation of Caste; but here is a Caste which is established under a Constitution declaring that all men…”