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Black people had a mixed reaction to Abraham Lincoln as a presidential candidate in 1860. Many were hopeful that his election would lead to the end of slavery, particularly since he opposed its expansion into new territories. However, some were skeptical of his commitment to racial equality and worried that his views on colonization and gradual emancipation would not meet their demands for immediate freedom and civil rights. Overall, Lincoln's election was seen as a crucial step toward liberation, though many black leaders sought more direct action and recognition of their rights.
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What candidate was the chief rival of Abraham Lincoln for the Republican nomination of 1860?
The four year old Republican Party held its nominating convention in Chicago, 1860. The leading candidate was William H. Seward. Several rounds of balloting took place at the convention and at each new vote, Lincoln gained more delegate votes. Lincoln did win and Seward became the US Secretary of State in the Lincoln Administration. Many people thought that Seward was to radical a Republican and thought the more moderate Lincoln had the best chance to win the presidential election.
How many people are related to Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln had four children but only one lived to adulthood. There is no real number set for how many people are related to Abraham Lincoln but some ave been able to trace their roots back that far.
Who worked to end slavery?
People in the abolitionist movement
What people changed America in 1930?
Abraham lincoln and martin king jr.
Why did Lincoln go to Gettysburg during the war?
Abraham Lincoln went to the Gettysburg battlefield to dedicate a cemetery for the people who died there. He was in no danger as the fighting had been over for months in that area.
What is the purpose of Lincoln's speech?
Abraham Lincoln made many speeches as the US president, candidate and private citizen. More information is required to answer this question.
How many people killed Abraham Lincoln?
Lincoln received one shot to the back of the head.
The phrase government of the people by the people for the people is from?
"...and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth. " is the last line of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. See the link below.Abraham Lincoln
What candidate was the chief rival of Abraham Lincoln for the Republican nomination of 1860?
The four year old Republican Party held its nominating convention in Chicago, 1860. The leading candidate was William H. Seward. Several rounds of balloting took place at the convention and at each new vote, Lincoln gained more delegate votes. Lincoln did win and Seward became the US Secretary of State in the Lincoln Administration. Many people thought that Seward was to radical a Republican and thought the more moderate Lincoln had the best chance to win the presidential election.
Why did Abraham Lincoln write quotes?
He didn't. People quoted Abraham Lincoln, and continue to do so.
What did Abraham Lincoln lead people in?
Abraham Lincoln was the President of the USA during the Civil War.
Did people call Abraham Lincoln Abe or Abraham and why?
yes they did
Can a presidential candidate be nominated by the people and the National Party Convention?
no
Should the Vice President of the US be elected by the people or the Presidential candidate?
the people
How did people support their presidential candidate in 2002?
Generally they didn't, as 2002 wasn't a presidential election year.
How many people voted for Abraham Lincoln?
1860 U. S. Presidential / Vice Presidential Election Results:180 votes - Abraham Lincoln / Hannibal Hamlin72 votes - John C. Breckinridge / Joseph Lane39 votes - John Bell / Edward Everett12 votes - Stephen A. Douglas / Herschel V. Johnson1864 U. S. Presidential / Vice Presidential Election Results:212 votes - Abraham Lincoln / Andrew Johnson21 votes - George B. McClellan / George H. Pendleton
Who is more famous Abraham Lincoln or Johnny Depp?
Abraham Lincoln is better known to educated people in the US.
