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Major Martin Delany's Inspirational Speech

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On Sunday, July 23, 1865, Major Martin Delany delivered an inspiring speech. The main idea of this speech is that slavery is over. The subtopics to follow include work and equality. Overall, the declaration that slavery is over is reviewed. Major confirms firmly that “slavery shall not come back again.” He strongly believes the suffering and hard times are over for good, and only the best is yet to come. On the topic of work, he tells how mostly everything is made by Africans because they have more smarts, strengths and experience. Although everything is made and perfected by Africans they receive little credit for their work. Also, with equality, Major sees Africans receiving little pay for their hard work, which is disappointing. In conclusion,
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