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The Rise of the Abolitionist Movement in America
In the early 19th century, we see the rise of the abolitionist movement in America. Can you tell me how that came? How strong was it? Who were the key players? And again, approaching the publication of Harriet Beecher’s novel in 1852,. So let's move into the 19th century and move towards the middle of the century. Right. The Declaration of Independence, to answer your question more fully, was regards life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all. American white male liberty is predicated on African enslavement. If you follow Locke or Burke's definition of an individual, it's the right to own property. And slaves are properties