Lincoln's defeat in the 1858 senatorial race was not considered a loss primarily because Lincoln gained a large following that benefited him in future elections. His debates with Stephen A. Douglas during this campaign increased his national profile and set the stage for his successful presidential run in 1860.
Why was Lincoln’s defeat in the 1858 senatorial race not considered a loss?
(1 point)
Responses
Lincoln realized that he was not interested in running for office in the future.
Lincoln realized that he was not interested in running for office in the future.
Lincoln gained a large following that benefited him in future elections.
Lincoln gained a large following that benefited him in future elections.
Lincoln became a leading activist in the abolition movement.
Lincoln became a leading activist in the abolition movement.
Lincoln gained respect of southern whites for his moral stand on slavery.
1 answer
1 answer