Charles Sumner
1811 - 1874
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Biography
Charles Sumner was an American politician and United States Senator from Massachusetts. Known for his staunch anti-slavery views, Sumner was a leading figure in the abolitionist movement and a vocal critic of slavery and racial inequality. He played a key role in the fight against the expansion of slavery, advocating for equal rights for all individuals regardless of race. Sumner's passionate speeches and unwavering commitment to justice made him a prominent figure during a tumultuous period in American history.
Famous Quotes (5)
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The true grandeur of nations is in those qualities which constitute the greatness of the individual.
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Freedom is the natural right of the human species.
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Get the government back into the hands of the people who established it.
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Slavery is the great political battle of our times.
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It is the responsibility of the government to take care of the weak, the poor, the unfortunate, and do everything for the welfare of the people.