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They were people who were against slavery for various reasons.
Abolitionists
abolitionists
The fought to end slavery
Abolitionists
Just the opposite, abolitionists violently opposed slavery.
They favored no slavery. They wished to "abolish" slavery. Hence the term abolitionists.
abolitionists argued that slavery was morally wrong
abolitionists argued that slavery was morally wrong
Abolitionists were those who were opposed to slavery. They wanted slavery abolished from the United States.
abolitionists argued that slavery was morally wrong
Abolitionists argued that slavery was morally wrong.
Abolitionists used moral suasion to argue that slavery violated fundamental human rights and principles of morality, justice, and equality. They emphasized the immorality of treating human beings as property, appealing to the conscience and moral sensibilities of individuals to advocate for the abolition of slavery. This approach aimed to change societal attitudes and beliefs about the institution of slavery.
Abolitionists used moral suasion to appeal to the conscience of individuals, arguing that slavery was morally wrong and should be abolished. They sought to change public opinion through speeches, pamphlets, and petitions, emphasizing the immorality and injustice of slavery and calling for its immediate end. This approach aimed to generate empathy and understanding among people, leading to a shift in societal norms and ultimately contributing to the abolition of slavery.
Abolitionists pressured Lincoln to end the slavery after the start of the Civil War in 1861. These pressures also affected Lincoln to declare the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
Abolitionists
Abolitionists pressured Lincoln to end the slavery after the start of the Civil War in 1861. These pressures also affected Lincoln to declare the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.