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Democrats' Dilemma in the 1860 Election: Impact of the Freeport Doctrine

Explore how the Freeport Doctrine divided the Democratic party in the 1860 election, detailing the candidates, slavery positions, and overall strategies. Understand the influence of the victory on the political landscape and key elements of the Dred Scott Case.

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Democrats' Dilemma in the 1860 Election: Impact of the Freeport Doctrine

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  1. Advanced Placement United States History Describe the dilemma regarding the Democratic party going into the election of 1860- specifically, how did the Freeport Doctrine split the party?

  2. Bell Work Continued… • 1.Who were the 4 candidates for president in the election of 1860? • 2.What was the overall democratic strategy of the Democratic Party regarding the election- see Jefferson Davis? • 3.What were the candidates position regarding slavery? • 4.Who won and how did this victory effect the political climate of the country?

  3. Electoral Map of 1860 • Lincoln- Red • Douglas- Gold • Bell- Yellow • Breckenridge- Blue

  4. Review • 1.What were the key elements regarding the Dred Scott Case? • What items were at issue? • How did Buchanan force the issue regarding Taney’s ultimate decision? • How could the case been resolved earlier due to previous court precedents?

  5. Today • John Brown- American Terrorist? • Reading of John Brown- American Heritage… • Reading Days of Destiny- Dred Scott Case • Tomorrow- Review: Exam is up & coming??? • Q&A’s for tomorrow’s review.

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