Lincoln is often portrayed as a humble yet determined leader, contrasting with other candidates who may be more politically seasoned or aristocratic. His background as a self-taught lawyer and frontier politician highlights his relatability and connection to the common man. While others may rely on established political networks, Lincoln's authenticity and moral conviction, particularly regarding issues like slavery, set him apart as a principled candidate willing to challenge the status quo. This combination of humility, integrity, and a strong vision for the nation distinguishes him from his peers.
Some of the other candidates were: Stephen Douglas, Benjamin Fitzpatrick, and Hannibal Hamlin.
The republican party was who wanted Lincoln to run for president. The other possible candidates were William Seward, Salmon Chase, and Edward Bates.
Lincoln won the 1860 election because he had the most votes. He didn't have a majority by himself, but there were four candidates running and he had more than the others.
Lincoln vs McClellan
The candidates in the 1860 presidential election were Abraham Lincoln who was a republican and John C. Breckinridge who was a Southern Democratic. John Bell and Stephen Douglas were also candidates. Both Lincoln and Douglas wanted to end slavery.
Southern Democrat John C. Breckinridge, Constitutional Union John Bell, & Democrat Stephen Douglas.
George Washington Abarham Lincoln Andrew Johnson
Go ask Abe Lincoln
Certainly not- Lincoln and his party held the strongest ant-slavery position of the candidates.
Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Washington, Kennedy, & Eisenhower.
There was a divided field of four candidates.
How many other candidates are also being interviewed?