I am not aware that any one in this community ever suspected me of being an Abolitionist; but I have been accused of being Proslavery, and I believe many good people think I am quite too conservative on that subject.
Sumner reflects on public perceptions of his political stance regarding abolition and slavery.
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Slave Power, necessity of political action against the, II. 207.
His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.
Opening of United States courts to colored, XI. 389.
Disunion no remedy for grievances of, VII. 33.
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