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Originally Posted by Charles
Of course eliminating slavery is morally superior. You won't get an argument from me.
But would it have not been better to educate and attempt to acclimate them to freedom first, instead of just kicking their asses out the door and saying "Go for it"?
Even Jefferson, a slave owner opposed slavery, only he was unsure as to go about eliminating it. The abolitionists operated on the same, and correct moral plane as Jefferson...only they never considered the consequences of what would happen if the slaves were unconditionally freed.
Chas
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Sure, it could have been done better. But, how many years passed between Jefferson and Emancipation, Chas? At some point claiming to be cautous turns into foot dragging and procrastination. At that point, you stop putting up with the bullshit and lay down the law.
Dave