Why was the Kansas-Nebraska Act so controversial?
A. Because it worked to the advantage of Douglas's home state, southerners felt betrayed.
B. Because it would attract immigrants who would vote Democrat, Whigs felt betrayed.
C. Because it overturned a policy on slavery already in place, northerners felt betrayed.
D. Because it did not provide for land grants along with territorial government, westerners felt betrayed.
Answer: C
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