American Elections: 1860
Past Present Future
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Abraham Lincoln's Path to Victory
This chapter explores how Abraham Lincoln navigated the challenges within the Republican Party, positioning himself as a unifying candidate during the 1860 American elections. It emphasizes Lincoln's moderate stance on slavery and his strategic appeal to a broad constituency in the North, highlighting his aim to unite various Republican factions for a successful presidential victory. The chapter also analyzes Lincoln's compelling speeches, including the Cooper Institute address, where he justifies his anti-slavery position by referencing the founding fathers' principles and asserts federal government authority in deciding slavery's boundaries.
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