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Thomas Garrett
A Quaker abolitionist who provides aid and shelter to escaping slaves.
Core Belief
"Slavery is a moral abomination that must be resisted. All people deserve freedom and equality."
Worldview
Garrett sees the world as a battleground between good and evil, with enslaved people as victims of an oppressive system and himself as an instrument of divine justice.
Personality
Compassionate, courageous, and deeply committed to his faith. He is willing to defy unjust laws and risk his own safety to help others.
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