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This colored citizen is impressed, as the Senator is not, with the necessity of further legislation for the perfection of his rights as an American citizen.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “This colored citizen is impressed, as the Senator is not, with the necessity of further legislation for the perfection…”
Editor's note · Context
Sumner points out that the colored citizen recognizes the need for more legislation to secure their rights, unlike the senator.
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