Although opposed to slavery, Lincoln knew that an outright ban would not work, so what did he try to do instead?
a. Initiated a program of weaning the south off slavery
b. Asked for each state to propose their own plan
c. Used intimidation tactics, which backfired
d. Initiated a policy of no slavery in any new territory
e. Was waiting for Congress to intervene
d
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Experienced legislators are more likely to vote for unpopular bills because
a. they know their constituents aren't likely to respond. b. will maintain party support and funding. c. they have sufficient support amongst their colleagues. d. they represent "safe" districts and will not lose re-election.
In an open primary election, ______.
a. the election contest is restricted to voters who have not declared a party affiliation b. the election contest excludes supporters of other political parties c. voters are permitted to vote any time during election week d. independent voters are excluded from voting e. voters do not have to declare party affiliation to participate