Saturday, December 7, 2013

On December 7, 1869, Frederick Douglass delivered a speech, in Boston, Massachusetts, entitled, "Our Composite Nation."

From Refounders, Black History, the GOP, and a Conversation - Douglass responded to the question of whether the United States is better or worse because of the different races within the country.

During the speech he said, "The mission of the United States is unmistakable. Our geographic position, our fundamental principles of government, our vast resources, and our composite population all conspire to one grand end."

"And that is to make us the perfect national illustration of unity and dignity."