Oh, and we can't get him for slavery, either, because they all really are actually his daughters.
Religion was also a driving force for slavery in the Americas.
We wouldn't have this enrichment of our society if it wasn't for slavery.
"They will make a case for slavery though before it is finished."
During the classical period, the main justification for slavery was economic.
New Testament writings were sometimes used to support the case for slavery as well.
But I think they had more in mind than just a few prisoners for slavery.
Those few who either couldn't or didn't were ripe for slavery when they got hungry.
If those that are free and happy, did but know their blessings, do you think they would ever exchange them for slavery?
Congress could not decide either for or against slavery before a territory was settled.