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Farmers were reluctant to abolish slavery in the Constitution primarily due to economic interests and the foundational role of slavery in the Southern agricultural economy. Many relied on enslaved labor for their plantations, and abolishing slavery would threaten their livelihoods and economic stability. Additionally, there was significant political pressure to maintain the institution, as Southern states would likely refuse to join the Union if slavery was prohibited, jeopardizing the creation of a unified nation. This led to compromises that protected slavery in the Constitution.

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