During the Election of 1860, Abraham Lincoln's stance on slavery was primarily that slavery should not be allowed to spread into new territories. He was opposed to the expansion of slavery into the western territories but did not advocate for immediate abolition in the states where slavery already existed. Therefore, the correct response would be "Slavery should not be allowed to spread into new territories."
Which of the following describes Lincoln’s stance on slavery during the Election of 1860? (1 point) Responses The African slave trade should be ended immediately. The African slave trade should be ended immediately. Slavery should not be allowed to spread into new territories. Slavery should not be allowed to spread into new territories. A constitutional convention should be held to resolve the issue. A constitutional convention should be held to resolve the issue. All slaves within the United States should be freed within ten year
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