
Frederick Douglass
How to Take Over the World
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The Dissonance of Independence: Douglass's Bold Critique
This chapter explores the ideological rift between Frederick Douglass and William Lloyd Garrison regarding the U.S. Constitution's role in abolishing slavery. It highlights Douglass's powerful 1852 speech, which critiques American independence and exposes the hypocrisy of celebrating freedom while millions remain enslaved.
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