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Stephen Douglas, a prominent Democratic politician, received support primarily from Northern Democrats during the 1860 presidential election. His platform, which included popular sovereignty regarding slavery in the territories, appealed to voters in states that favored local decision-making. Additionally, some moderates and those seeking a middle ground between pro-slavery and abolitionist sentiments also backed him. However, his support was insufficient to secure the presidency, as he ultimately lost to Abraham Lincoln.

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