Global cold war confrontation
The main argument in favor or slavery as an institution during this time in the US was that black people could not take care of themselves and that they would fall into chaos if allowed to go free. Another argument was that many were already enslaved in Africa and were living better lives in the US.
The declaration contained 3 sections: a general statement of natural rights theory and the purpose of government; a list of grievances against the British King; and the Declaration of Independence from England I’m not sure if that’s what you’re looking for but that’s some information if you need it
The answer is C: they could be bought and sold like goods.
