Today, you read two quotes: one from john rutledge, a representative of south carolina in the writing of the constitution, and one from mr. benjamin franklin, a representative of pennsylvania in the writing of the constitution (this can be found as "source #1" and "source #2" in why was slavery allowed reading).

choose one of the representatives, rutledge or franklin.
in your own words, explain why your representative choice thought slavery should be permitted to happen in a land where "all men are created equal".
your answer should be at least 3 sentences.
below is a template that has some sentence starters for you. you may use the below words while adding your own words and thoughts, or you may delete my words and write your own answer using your own words.

i chose to examine representative

i think he thought slavery should be permitted in a land where "all men are created equal" because
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