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Charles Sumner: “It must be exhibited as it is, alike in its influence and its animating character, so that not only outside, but inside…”

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It must be exhibited as it is, alike in its influence and its animating character, so that not only outside, but inside, may be seen.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Here, Sumner calls for a clear and honest portrayal of slavery's impact on society.

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