The distinguishing sign of slavery is to have a price, and to be bought for it.

Summary

This quote implies that the defining characteristic of slavery is being treated as an object that can be valued and purchased by others. It suggests that when a person's worth is reduced to a mere commodity, being bought and sold in a marketplace, they are being oppressed and stripped of their freedom. The quote highlights the dehumanizing nature of slavery, emphasizing the reduction of individuals to objects with a price tag.

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