Question

editorial 2 - cincinnati, ohio, enquirer, december 3rd, 1859.
and the people of the free states have entered into an agreement with the south not to interfere in the south’s internal domestic affairs, and if any of her slave property escapes, to not prevent its return. why, then, should her peace be threatened, the lives and property of her citizens jeopardized by citizens of the free states?
we rejoice that old brown has been hung. he was not only a murderer of innocent persons, but he attempted one of the greatest crimes against society—the stirring up of civil war. he has paid the penalty for his crimes, and we hope his fate may be a warning to all who might have felt inclined to imitate his aggressive conduct.
describe the point of view of the author below.
the author of the gazette is arguing that free states should keep the promise not interfere with the south slavery domestic affairs. including preventing the possibility of enslaved people returning.
find and highlight the point of view of the author

Explanation:

The author argues free states must uphold their agreement to not interfere with the South's internal (slavery-related) affairs, including returning escaped enslaved people. They condemn John Brown, framing him as a murderer who tried to incite civil war, and view his execution as a warning against similar "aggressive" acts that threaten the free states' peace and citizens' safety/property.

Answer:

The author's point of view is:

1. Free states must honor their agreement to not interfere with the South's internal slavery-related domestic affairs, including ensuring escaped enslaved people are returned.
2. John Brown was a murderer and instigator of civil war, and his execution is a just penalty and a warning against others who would commit similar aggressive, society-endangering acts.
3. Interfering with the South's slavery system threatens the peace, lives, and property of free state citizens, so such interference must be avoided.