
How We Vote (Throwback)
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The Evolution of Voting in America
This chapter traces the historical changes in voting practices in the United States, from early public contests to the advent of secret ballots. It emphasizes the struggles for suffrage and the impacts of political parties on voter behavior, highlighting issues of intimidation and economic influence. The narrative culminates with the significant political shift brought about by Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation amidst the societal tensions of the Civil War.
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