This episode brings together the powerful voices of two of the 19th century’s most important abolitionist orators: Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth. While both fought for the same cause of freedom and equality, their rhetorical styles and personal backgrounds were vastly different. This episode explores their shared struggle against injustice and the unique power of their individual voices. Together, their speeches provide a multifaceted portrait of the fight for abolition. We will analyze the rhetorical strategies each of them employed. The episode delves into the fiery and intellectually rigorous arguments of Frederick Douglass, particularly in his famous speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?". We then explore the profound, plain-spoken wisdom and moral authority of Sojourner Truth, a former slave who could neither read nor write. Their work demonstrates the diverse forms that powerful and persuasive speech can take. Join us for a look at two of the most courageous voices in American history. We explore their enduring legacy and the timeless power of their words to challenge injustice.