... looked upon as not only a legal bond, but as a unifying document that exemplifies the American desire for "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." From 1787, the year of its creation, until 1850, the Constitution helped to uphold these ideals, by ruling with the majority, but protecting the minority, as well as acting as a symbol of unity for the growing nation. ... other seemingly pro-slavery motions was forcing slavery upon them (Doc. F). The right to peaceful demonstration was protected by the Bill of Rights, however, abolitionists encouraged "personal liberty laws" which was the ...

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