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This Week in History: Abolitionist targets politicians By Frank Tomaino Denounce slavery A determined Gerrit Smith – wealthy, well-known abolitionist born and bred in Utica – comes out swinging, taking his fight against the evils of slavery to the polling place. Smith, president and one of the founders of the New York State Anti-Slavery Society, meets with members at a session in Utica and together they adopt a resolution that compels political candidates to make known their attitude toward slavery. Smith says that candidates who favor the immediate abolition of slavery can count on the support of the thousands of society members. Wishy-washy candidates not committed fully to the abolition movement will be opposed vigorously by the society.

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