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Congress confirmed the abolishment of slavery this week. The thirteenth amendment was passed in Washington. This amendment bans slavery and forcing a person to work against their own will. This truly frightened me because I thought it meant I would be forced to leave my home. When my master saw me panicking, he reassured that I would always have a place here, and he is willing to give me wages for my work. I have never felt more relieved. I think this was passed because northerner’s were afraid for the slaves, even though I can not understand why they would be. I hope other people’s masters allow them to stay in their homes too. I believe many slaves will be out of jobs now. Goodnight diary.