Question

Although Abraham Lincoln’s views on slavery did not win him a Senate victory over Stephen Douglas, they did
lead to the repeal of the Dred Scott decision.
help him win a seat in the House of Representatives.
help him win the presidency in the election of 1860.
lead to the formation of the Republican Party.

Answer 1

Abraham Lincoln's views on slavery ultimately **helped him win the presidency in the election of 1860**. His stance against the expansion of slavery into the territories resonated with many voters, leading to his election as the 16th President of the United States. While his debates with Stephen Douglas did raise his profile, it was his broader views that contributed significantly to his electoral success and the subsequent political developments of the time.