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The slaves in this city are constantly hearing what must remind them that they are slaves; and therefore they are constantly incited to escape from their bondage.
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gutenberg.orgHorace Mann: “The slaves in this city are constantly hearing what must remind them that they are slaves; and therefore they are…”
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Mann observes that the constant reminders of their status as slaves incite them to seek freedom.
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