The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act An Appeal To The Legislators Of Massachusetts, Anti-Slavery Tracts No. 9
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- Child, Lydia Maria
1802 - 1880
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In an era marked by intense moral conflict over slavery, "The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act: An Appeal To The Legislators Of Massachusetts, Anti-Slavery Tracts No. 9" by Lydia Maria Child boldly confronts the ethical implications of the Fugitive Slave Act. This compelling pamphlet champions the idea of civil disobedience, urging legislators to prioritize justice over compliance with unjust laws. Child’s passionate discourse highlights the inherent conflict between individual conscience and state mandates, emphasizing the necessity of unalienable rights for all. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians alike, this document serves as a crucial resource for understanding the abolitionist movement's moral underpinnings and the fight against institutionalized oppression. Engage with Child's powerful arguments and explore the imperative of moral action in the face of injustice.
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