Facts for the People of the Free States

"Facts for the People of the Free States" by William Harned is a powerful examination of slavery in 19th-century America that seeks to expose slavery’s brutal reality and ignite the fight for abolition. It lays bare the suffering of enslaved people through harrowing stories of violence, murder, and even self-destruction as individuals sought to escape the horrors of bondage. It also critically examines the political systems that enabled and protected slaveholders, highlighting the unequal distribution of power and resources. Harned’s work serves as a call to action, urging citizens of free states to confront the moral bankruptcy of slavery and to actively support its eradication, creating a vivid picture of injustice and the urgent need for social change.