Charles Sumner: “For years the Democratic party has been the supporter of Slavery…”

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For years the Democratic party has been the supporter of Slavery, prompt in yielding to its insatiate demands.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner criticizes the Democratic party for its long-standing support of slavery.

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Charles Sumner: “For years the Democratic party has been the supporter of Slavery, prompt in yielding to its insatiate demands.”