What statement best describes President James Buchanan’s position?
(A) He supported the South because of his dependency on Southern Democrats
(B) He supported Northern Democrats in the face of increasing opposition in the South
(C) He took no stand on the slavery issue in order to get reelected
(D) He tacitly supported Northern Free-Soilers in exchange for votes
Ans: (A) He supported the South because of his dependency on Southern Democrats
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