Judge Douglas--The Bill of Indictment: Speech by Carl Schurz: Delivered at the Cooper Institute, New-York, Sept. 13, 1860.

The speech delivered by Carl Schurz at the Cooper Institute critiques Judge Douglas's political actions and positions during a pivotal moment in American history. It addresses themes of justice, morality, and the implications of Douglas's decisions on the nation's future, particularly regarding slavery and sectional conflict. Schurz's passionate rhetoric aims to rally support against Douglas, highlighting the urgent need for a principled stance in the face of looming national divisions. This historical address captures the tensions of the pre-Civil War era.