Charles Sumner: “As well say that the quality of the hair or the length of the foot…”

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As well say that the quality of the hair or the length of the foot should be a “qualification,” as the color of the skin.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner compares skin color to other physical traits that should not determine qualifications.

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Charles Sumner: “As well say that the quality of the hair or the length of the foot should be a “qualification,” as the color of the…”