Which of the following statements characterizes Stephen Douglas' position on slavery during the 1858 debates?

a. He believed slavery should exist in both the North and South

b. He believed each territory should decide the issue for itself.

c. He believed slavery violated African-Americans' natural rights?

Question

Which of the following statements characterizes Stephen Douglas' position on slavery during the 1858 debates?

a. He believed slavery should exist in both the North and South

b. He believed each territory should decide the issue for itself.

c. He believed slavery violated African-Americans' natural rights?

anonymous · Answer

B, under the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854

anonymous · Answer

He took that position and ran it against Lincoln