William Wilberforce (the sociable voice of abolition) [ Politics ]
… part in his philanthropic activism. As recognized by Anna Maria Wilberforce, ‘Friendship is often the means by which influence is gained, and Wilberforce's friendship with Pitt (…) was no doubt the source of a strong personal influence.’ ( Private Papers vi) 4 In spite of a few political disagreements, he remained convinced of Pitt’s …
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