She claimed to oppose slavery on principle, but that did not prevent her from keeping a slave in the house.

At this time, many (probably most) of the settlers in Kansas opposed slavery.

He opposed slavery, but wouldn't force the states where it existed to surrender their rights.

To oppose slavery was seen as being counter to the national interest.

Washington came to oppose slavery on both moral and economic grounds.

The difference between the two groups was the level to which they should publicly oppose slavery.

By the mid-19th century, northern Baptists tended to oppose slavery.

The area also had few slaves and contained a large German immigrant population, most of whom opposed slavery.

Rachel now also opposes slavery, and eventually aids Nancy in her escape.

Missouri politicians who opposed slavery took care to avoid political repercussions.