Frederick Douglass believed that slavery was the main obstacle preventing Americans from living up to the principles of the Constitution. His advocacy for abolition was rooted in the belief that the institution of slavery contradicted the foundational ideals of liberty and equality enshrined in the Constitution.
After the Dred Scott decision, Frederick Douglass said he sought to have Americans live up to the principles of the Constitution. What did he believe prevented Americans from living up to the Constitution? (1 point)
• popular sovereignty
abolition
• slavery
• manifest destiny
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