Cass was known to own what controversial property?
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Slaves
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Answer
Cass owned slaves, which was a controversial property at the time. The institution of slavery was a deeply divisive issue in American society, with significant moral, economic, and political implications. Debates over slavery and the rights of enslaved individuals were central to the nation's development and ultimately led to the American Civil War.
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