1. America and the Growing Opposition to Slavery: 1776 to 1852
... maintained by millions of American reformers, as well as the predominance of personal interests in the matter. This often encouraged white Americans to protest against slavery primarily because its existence impacted their own lives negatively. Moral opposition to slavery was evident since the colonial period and only grew in strength and power as time went on. As demonstrated by the fact ... decision upholding the abolition of slavery in Massachusetts claimed that all men are born free and equal and every subject is entitled to liberty (Document B). Clearly, northern territories such as...
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