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Yes, and no.
In 1854, he was elected to the Illinois legislature but declined the seat, hoping instead to become a U.S. Senator (The State Legislature used to Federal Senators).
In 1855, he was not nominated by the Illinois legislature to be U.S. Senator, from Illinois.
In 1858, he was nominated to be the Republican Senator from Illinois, opposing Democrat Stephen Douglas.
In 1859, the Illinois legislature chooses Douglas for the U.S. Senate over Lincoln by a vote of 54 to 46.
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How mine times was Abraham Lincoln president?
twice
Who was the President during Abraham Lincoln's presidency?
Abraham Lincoln was the president when Abraham Lincoln was the president.
How many time was Abraham Lincoln reelected?
Abraham Lincoln was elected as president twice (1860-1865). He was shot and died his during his 1st year of re-election.
Who was President Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States of America.
Which party was Abraham Lincoln the first president for?
Abraham Lincoln was the first Republican president.
When Abraham Lincoln become president?
Abraham Lincoln become president in March 1861.
Was Abraham Lincoln the tenth president?
No. John Tyler was the tenth president. Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president.
Was Abraham Lincoln the 12th president of the US?
No Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States
What was Abraham Lincoln's title?
Abraham Lincoln was PRESIDENT.... DUUHH
Who was president during Abraham Lincoln's first term as president?
Abraham Lincoln was the president during Abraham Lincoln's first term as president. He took over from James Buchanan, the 15th US President.
Who became president Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln became President Lincoln.
Was Abraham Lincoln the 14th US president?
No, President Abraham Lincoln was the United States of America's 16th President.
