66: The Election of 1864: Lincoln's Bid for Reelection
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Lincoln and Douglass: A Pivotal Meeting
This chapter details the important discussions between Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass regarding emancipation and the political ramifications of a potential peace letter to the South. It highlights the tensions of the 1864 Democratic National Convention, exploring the emergence of the Peace Democrats and their controversial platform, as well as Lincoln’s concerns about re-election amid military successes. The narrative culminates in Lincoln's second inauguration, marked by an unconventional speech emphasizing the need for national healing and the moral consequences of slavery.
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