Lincoln vs Douglas

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1858 Illinois Senate campaign Abraham Lincoln vs Stephen A. Douglas

8.H.2.3 - Summarize the role of debate, compromise, and negotiation during significant periods in the history of North Carolina and the United States.

Power point notes for class Links to an external site..  (Slides #1 -16) 

Using the notes provided, you will :

1. Determine the best candidate for the Senate position. * Based on experience Douglas, Based on Popular vote Lincoln.

2. Compare the two candidates in Political views, social (race views), oratory (speaking) skills, & leadership qualities

Douglas: Democrat, Pro-Slavery Pro Inequality, Most famous public speaker, 3 terms but angered many

Lincoln: Republican, Anti-Slavery expansion But Pro-inequality, Not the best speaker but great writer, 1 term but inspired many.

3. Who won the Senate Election of 1858? Who won at each Debate Location (all 7)? Slide 15 & slide 9

4. Who do you feel should have been elected, & Why?

 

Recorded Lesson 1/8/21

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