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Finally, turning to the Republicans, he said: "Your platform on which you elected your candidate denies us equality.
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This quote reflects the sentiments expressed by a Southern leader regarding the perceived inequality in the political landscape during the Civil War era.
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Its attitude was strong, defiant, and its only purpose apparently was to create a public sentiment hostile to the extension of slavery.
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Gerrit Smith was a noble example of the champions of freedom.
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