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But why should negroes do anything for us, if we will do nothing for them? and if they, on the promise of freedom, stake their lives to save the Union, shall the promise not be kept?
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In this quote, Alexander questions the moral obligation to uphold promises made to black soldiers who risk their lives for the Union.
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