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The idea which pervades our Constitution; that all men of every race are equal before the laws.

Henry Wilson

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Henry Wilson (16 February 1812 – 22 November 1875) was an American politician from the U.S. state of Massachusetts during the 19th century. He served as the vice president of the United States under Ulysses S. Grant from March 1873 until his death in November 1875. A Republican, he supported the abolition of slavery and supported civil rights for African Americans.

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The natural equality of all men I believe in, as far as rights are concerned.

I believe in the equality of rights of all mankind.

I believe that every human being has the right to his life and to his liberty, and to act in this world so as to secure his own happiness.

The idea which pervades our Constitution; that all men of every race are equal before the laws. - Henry Wilson

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