Objections to the Act of Congress, Commonly Called the Fugitive Slave Law Answered, in a Letter to Hon. Washington Hunt, Governor Elect of the State of New York

In "Objections to the act of Congress, Commonly Called the Fugitive Slave law Answered, in a Letter to Hon. Washington Hunt, Governor Elect of the State of New York," James A. Dorr presents a detailed response to the controversial Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. Addressed to Washington Hunt, then Governor-Elect of New York, the letter meticulously examines and refutes the legal and moral justifications behind the Act. Dorr's work serves as a significant historical document reflecting the intense debates and divisions surrounding slavery in the antebellum United States.

Dorr challenges the constitutionality and ethical implications of the law, offering a reasoned argument against its enforcement. This letter provides valuable insights into the political and social climate of the time and showcases the passionate opposition to slavery that fueled the abolitionist movement. It remains relevant for understanding the complexities of American legal history and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.

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