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Speaker or author: Wright, Theodore S. (Theodore Sedgwick), 1797-1847

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Speech regarding the negative effects of prejudice on people of all races in terms of self-esteem issues, and educational and moral advancement.

Description of file(s): PDF 7 page, 1,528 word document (text and images)

Date published: 1837

Subjects: Abolitionists--United States; African American abolitionists; Antislavery movements--United States; Civil rights; Slavery; Slaves--Emancipation--United States; United States--History--19th century

Keywords: Christianity; Church; New York State Anti-Slavery Society; prejudice

Organization: New York State Anti-Slavery Society

Publication type: Newspapers; Speeches

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