Slavery was a contentious issue in United States politics throughout history, becoming a topic in the drafting of the Constitution
The slave debate split the Whig party between the pro slavery south and the anti slavery Whigs of the north. their constant bickering on candidates and platforms caused the demise of their party. the Fugitive Slave law caused the most fighting amongst them.
The first political parties in the United States, the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans, were formed due to disagreements over the role of the federal government, the interpretation of the Constitution, and economic policies such as the establishment of a national bank. Federalists favored a strong central government and the Democratic-Republicans supported states' rights and a more limited federal government.
Martin Van Buren favored reviving political parties because he believed without political parties there would be no debate over important issues. He felt perfect agreement would leave important issues such as slavery alone without any hope of ever ending it.
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Yes - it was the root of the big political debate. No - it was not the reason that young men leapt into uniform.
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You could be referring to Missouri in 1819/20 or California in 1850.
to seek political power and influence by mobilizing support and representing the interests and ideologies of their members and constituents. They typically aim to win elections, form governments, and shape public policy. Parties also play a role in promoting democratic governance, fostering political debate, and ensuring accountability.