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“The color of the prisoner's skin, and the form of his features, are not impressed upon the spiritual immortal mind which works beneath. In spite of human pride, he is still your brother, and mine, in form and color accepted and approved by his Father, and yours, and mine, and bears equally with us the proudest inheritance of our race - the image of our Maker. Hold him then to be a Man.”

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William H. Seward
William H. Seward

William H. Seward was a prominent American politician known for his role in U.S. diplomacy and his stance on the issue of slavery. He served as the Governor of New York and later as the United States Secretary of State under President Lincoln, playing a crucial role in shaping American foreign policy and advocating for the abolition of slavery. more

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