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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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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “Its attitude was strong, defiant, and its only purpose apparently was to create a public sentiment hostile to the…”
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This describes the strong opposition to the expansion of slavery, showcasing the assembly's commitment to anti-slavery sentiment.
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