Suppose that Americans in 1786 had wanted to amend national law to include slavery. Which situation BEST describes how this might have been achieved?

Answer 1

To amend national law to include slavery in 1786, supporters would likely have needed to secure a two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress, as outlined in Article V of the Constitution. They would also need to gain the support of key states and influential figures to overcome opposition from abolitionists and those advocating for individual rights. Additionally, a national consensus on the economic benefits of slavery, particularly in the Southern states, would have been crucial to garnering the necessary political support.