“From the beginning of our history the country has been afflicted with compromise. It is by compromise that human rights have been abandoned.”
Quote by Charles Sumner
Work
The Works of Charles Sumner
This compilation includes a variety of texts that showcase Sumner's political and social views, his advocacy for abolition, and his contributions to the development of American law and policy. more
Author
Charles Sumner
Charles Sumner, born on January 6, 1811, and died on March 11, 1874, was a prominent American politician, lawyer, and abolitionist. He served as a United States Senator and was a leading advocate for the abolition of slavery and civil rights, profoundly influencing the American Civil War and the abolition movement. more