By “superintendence of all freedmen” is meant that watchfulness of their rights and interests consistent with laws, general and special, for their protection, welfare, and liberty, so that they may be helped to employment and be guarded against outrage.
Sumner emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights and welfare of freedmen after the Civil War.
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