However, for much of his youth and education, he was under the influence of teachers and friends with strong anti-slavery views.
He preached in neighboring counties, often running into violent opposition to his anti-slavery views.
In 1850 it was Benton's outspoken anti-slavery views that cost him his Senate seat.
Garrison's outspoken anti-slavery views repeatedly put him in danger.
Gibson became involved in politics as a member of the Whig Party with strong anti-slavery views.
In 1853 she moved to St. Louis, where she was often threatened with violence due to her anti-slavery views.
Because of his anti-slavery views, he was not chosen as a delegate to the convention.
He was fired for his anti-slavery views during the presidency of George Junkin.
He had strong anti-slavery views, and moved to Cincinnati, Ohio.
During this period he adopted strong anti-slavery views of his own.