Question

The Northern Democratic Party nominated Stephen Douglas to run for president in 1860. He believed that the expansion of slavery could be addressed by the doctrine of popular sovereignty. This doctrine stated that the voters in U.S. territories
A.
would have no say as to whether slaves would be allowed in their territory.
B.
would be required to follow current federal laws about the issue of slavery.
C.
should be allowed to decide for themselves if slavery would be permitted.
D.
should be required to pass laws that would protect the rights of slaves.

Answer 1

C. Voters in each U.S. territory should be allowed to decide for themselves whether slavery would be permitted (popular sovereignty).