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Editorial
June 27, 1789
Gazette Of The United States
New York, New York County, New York
What is this article about?
An editorial expressing strong support for the abolition of African slavery, arguing it is a desired goal that must be pursued gradually by all humane individuals to remove this blot from civilization.
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OCR Quality
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Full Text
The cause of humanity gains ground rapidly among mankind— How absurd the idea that it should ever want a friend among the human race! The abolition of African slavery is a consummation devoutly to be wished—but like other bad habits, it cannot be effected all at once—however, every man who feels the least spark of sensibility glowing in his breast, will never let the subject rest, till a system shall be formed upon a scale however small that shall finally wipe off this foul blot from the annals of civilization.
What sub-type of article is it?
Slavery Abolition
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
African Slavery
Abolition
Humanity
Civilization
Moral Sensibility
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Advocacy For Abolition Of African Slavery
Stance / Tone
Hopeful And Exhortative Support For Gradual Abolition
Key Arguments
The Cause Of Humanity Is Advancing Rapidly
Abolition Of African Slavery Is Devoutly Wished For
Slavery Cannot Be Ended All At Once Like Other Bad Habits
Every Sensible Person Must Persistently Advocate For A System To End It
Ending Slavery Will Remove A Foul Blot From Civilization