Speech of Mr. Cushing, of Massachusetts, on the Right of Petition, as Connected with Petitions for the Abolition of Slavery and the Slave Trade in the District of Columbia. In The House Of Representatives, January 25, 1836.

About this book

In the early 19th century, as the abolitionist movement gained momentum, the right to petition became a focal point of heated debate in American politics. In "Speech of Mr. Cushing, of Massachusetts, on the Right of Petition, as Connected with Petitions for the Abolition of Slavery and the Slave Trade in the District of Columbia," Caleb Cushing articulates the vital connection between this constitutional right and the urgent calls for ending slavery. Highlighting the moral imperative of unalienable rights and the implications of governmental response to citizen petitions, Cushing's speech serves as a powerful testament to civic engagement. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document provides essential insights into the complexities of democracy and human rights advocacy.