The Unconstitutionality of Slavery

""The Unconstitutionality of Slavery"" by Lysander Spooner is a pivotal treatise published in 1845 that argues against the legality of slavery in the United States. Spooner asserts that the Constitution, when interpreted through the principles of natural law, fundamentally opposes the institution of slavery. He contends that enslaved individuals possess inherent rights derived from natural law that cannot be nullified by any legal framework or government authority. Through a blend of legal ...