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I believe that to have interfered as I have done—as I have always freely admitted I have done—in behalf of His despised poor, was not wrong, but right.

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These men are all talk; What is needed is action — action!

All persons known to be of good character and of sound mind and suitable age, who are connected with this organization, whether male or female, shall be encouraged to carry arms openly.

Provisional Constitution and Ordinances (1858)

Persons convicted of the forcible violation of any female prisoner shall be put to death.

Provisional Constitution and Ordinances (1858)

Truth's sacred fort th' exploded laugh shall win,
And coxcombs vanquish Berkeley with a grin.

John Brown died that the slaves might be free. His soul goes marching on.

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