Discuss the effect of the Civil War and sectionalism on the development of political parties in the United States.
What will be an ideal response?
The issue of slavery divided the Whig Party, with most southern Whigs supporting slavery and most northern ones opposing it. The Republican Party formed as a single-issue party against slavery. Most Republicans were located outside of the South.
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A trial may be closed to the public if a. there is a compelling government interest
b. the need does not exist to preserve the right to a fair trial. c. the cost of opening the trial to the public is prohibitive. d. there is no public request for an open trial.
Which of these was NOT one of the six basic principles that the Framers used for the new government when writing the Constitution?
a. Popular Sovereignty b. Limited Government c. Seperation of Powers d. Checks and Balances e. A Small Exeuctive Branch