The Equal Rights of All (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles Sumner

 
9781330998656: The Equal Rights of All (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Equal rights for all, guaranteed by law and by conscience .

This concise collection presents Charles Sumner’s firm argument that true republican government rests on universal rights and representation for every citizen.

In this selection, Sumner challenges attempts to compromise human rights and argues that equality is the foundation of justice, liberty, and the Republic. He frames the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence as declarations of equal rights, and calls readers to envision a society where taxation and political power align with consent and universal enfranchisement.
  • Understand the moral and legal stakes behind the push for equal rights
  • See how Sumner links historical principles to the present struggle for universal suffrage
  • Explore powerful arguments about citizenship, representation, and the duty of government
  • Learn how rhetoric and history illuminate the path toward a more inclusive republic
Ideal for readers of constitutional history, civil rights, and political philosophy who want a clear articulation of why equal rights matter to the structure of the nation.

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