Political Quotes

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To my mind it is clear, because any other conclusion authorizes a corporation to establish a caste offensive to religion and humanity, injurious to a whole race now dwelling among us, and bringing shame upon our country.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner argues that allowing corporations to establish discriminatory practices is harmful to society and humanity.

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