Franklin's Arguments Against Slavery

Those who had slaves could however not be referred as the richest since the slaves were not so productive. This is because the slaves were not taken care of so as to make them fit enough for the labor they provided. Death rates were high. This called for shipping of more slaves from Africa to replace them. In the north however few slaves were used for labor and therefore more whites got to be employed in the industries.
The slaves disliked and criticized their masters. On the other hand the white children who were used to being served by black slaves became arrogant and could not be able to work.
In a letter he wrote to one Anthony Bezenet an anti-slavery campaigner, Franklin mentions publishing information from Anthony. The information talked about how many slaves were being imported to the country. In the article, Franklin adds on the pretence of being a fair nation where everyone’s rights including the negroes is upheld. In 1773, he also writes to Dean Woodward on the same. In his letter he compliments Benezet for his effort in fighting against the trading of slaves. He is also pleased to hear that in the north less and less slaves are being used to provide
He points out that Franklin dedicated his personal effects to aid in his fight against slavery. This is shown where he uses his own printing press to publish anti-slavery pamphlets. He mentions in his letters having published information on importing of slaves from Africa. The information was aimed at providing awareness and educating the Africans on their rights. The question however arises as to whether this information really helped in educating the Africans. How many Africans were able to read his articles? Its not very common for a slave to be provided with the option to read anti-slavery material let alone fight for his freedom. Therefore the author’s claims leave a lot to be