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Sojourner Truth (1797-November 26, 1883) was the self-given name, from 1843, of Isabella Baumfree, an American slave, abolitionist and women's rights activist. Truth was born into slavery in Swartekill, New York. Her best-known speech, Ain't I a Woman?, was delivered in 1851 at the Ohio Women's Rights Convention in Akron, Ohio.

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Who was born in 1797 in New York spoke out against slavery and for women's rights and met Abraham Lincoln in 1864?

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How did Abraham lincoln free slavery?

Emancipation Proclamation and African American Rights


What causes the Lincoln-Douglas Debates?

Abraham Lincoln opposed slavery and Douglas wanted states rights


What were Abraham Lincoln feeling about slavery?

that all men should be free and have equal rights


Why was Abraham Lincoln against the civil rights act?

We are free atlast


What was Abraham Lincoln opposed to?

First of all it is Abraham Lincoln. President Lincoln opposed slavery and he was president during the Civil War. If you are a student, It would probably helpful to look in your textbook. Also states rights' were an issue to him but not as major as slavery.


Who went against slavery first Martin Luther King or Abrahan Lincoln?

Abraham linlcon because he was a live alot earlier. also martin Luther king didn't work agansit slavery but for black rights.


What are the three reason of civil war?

one is slavery two is the election of Abraham Lincoln and three is the rights of the southern states.


Why did a white abolitionist vote for Abraham Lincoln?

A white abolitionist voted for Abraham Lincoln primarily because he viewed Lincoln as a key figure in the fight against slavery. Although Lincoln initially prioritized preserving the Union over outright abolition, his stance evolved, especially with the Emancipation Proclamation. Abolitionists believed that Lincoln's leadership could ultimately lead to the end of slavery and the promotion of civil rights. Additionally, they saw him as a pragmatic choice to counter the pro-slavery factions and ensure progress toward abolition.


Did George Washington our first president like slavery?

yes he beleived in slavery. because he had some slaves. Yes because he didn't stop it. Abraham Lincoln did.


What arguments does Abraham Lincoln use against the idea of popular sovereignty?

In his debates and speeches, Abraham Lincoln argued against popular sovereignty by emphasizing that it could lead to the expansion of slavery into new territories, undermining the principles of freedom and equality. He believed that allowing the people to decide on the legality of slavery would not only perpetuate the institution but also violate the fundamental rights of those enslaved. Lincoln maintained that the nation should be united in opposing slavery, rather than leaving it to the whims of local majorities, which could result in injustice and tyranny.