In what ways were the views of Lincoln and Douglas similar when they debated in 1858? How did they differ? Which of the two participants in the debate do you find most persuasive? Why?
What will be an ideal response?
Similarities: Both Lincoln and Douglas expressed the view that blacks were inferior. Both also believed that restricting the expansion of slavery was desirable.
Differences: They disagreed on how restricting the expansion of slavery should be accomplished (federal ban versus popular sovereignty). Lincoln wanted to restrict slavery's expansion because he believed slavery was wrong, Douglas believed in decision-making by local majorities. Lincoln believed blacks deserved respect for their natural rights, Douglas dismissed the moral content of the slavery question.
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