The dependence of the slave upon his master must naturally subject him peculiarly to his influence, whether from hope of reward or fear of punishment; so that his testimony in favor of his master would always be viewed with suspicion.
Sumner explains that a slave's dependence on their master creates a bias in their testimony, which is often viewed with skepticism.
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