Some issues that Americans disputed in the 1800s are still controversial today. Which of the following continues to be an issue today and contributed to the divisions that caused the Civil War?

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Some people support states' rights, while others believe that the federal government should hold more power.

 Some people believe that the "mudsill theory" helps create a balanced society, while others believe that hurts the economy.

 Some people believe that the nation should have been divided into two countries, while others believe that each state should be independent.

 Some people believe that we need more railroads, while others believe that the Transcontinental Railroad created hardship for the country.