Which of the following best describes candidate Lincoln's stance on the slavery issue?
A. He was open to opening up western territories to slavery.
B. He was committed to abolition.
C. He had no desire to restrict slavery where it was already legal.
D. He thought the issue should be decided by the Supreme Court.
Answer: C
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