The independent state of Vermont forbade adult slavery within their republic, although the Vermont constitution continued to allow the enslavement of men under the age of 21 and women under the age of 18
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Okay, what was the reason? Like “slavery is bad but enslaving kids makes sense” seems like a very specific statement and decision. How did that come about?
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The independent state of Vermont forbade adult slavery within their republic, although the Vermont constitution continued to allow the enslavement of men under the age of 21 and women under the age of 18
Okay, what was the reason? Like “slavery is bad but enslaving kids makes sense” seems like a very specific statement and decision. How did that come about?