Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas, hence Lincoln-Douglas Debate.
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Stephen A. Douglas
His debate partner was Senator Stephen Douglas from Illinois. Douglas was a celebrated debater and speaker.
Abraham Lincoln wanted to run for the Senate so that he could make laws to stop slavery in America.
Abraham Lincoln wanted to run for the Senate so that he could make laws to stop slavery in America.
Stephen A. Douglas
Stephen Douglas won the election.
stephen douglas
Abraham Lincoln wanted to run for the Senate so that he could make laws to stop slavery in America.
Abraham Lincoln wanted to run for the Senate so that he could make laws to stop slavery in America.
He wanted to get elected, by proving his moderately-democratic position was best for Illinois and the Nation.