On the record
Both the old parties unite in upholding Slavery.
Source
gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “Both the old parties unite in upholding Slavery.”
Editor's note · Context
This quote reflects Sumner's view that both major political parties support the institution of slavery.
Share
More from Charles Sumner
Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.
His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.
Early testimony of the Church against, I. 59.
Working-men of Europe, desire abolition of war, XVIII. 236.
Other voices in this conversation
