1. Does Alexander Stephens agree with the statement in the declaration of Independence that “all men are created equal”? 2. What evidence does Alexander Stephens present to justify his claim that slavery of African Americans is “natural”? Why might his arguments appeal to white Southerners at the time? How would you respond to his comments?he had a lot of evidence and anthony's death?

3. How does the word choice of the Georgia editor support his claim that blacks and whites are not equal? How do his words dehumanize African Americans?

4. How do you think Stephens and the editor might respond to attempts to provide freedpeople with new rights and opportunities to create a more equal society?