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mar 6, 1858 - Lincoln-Douglas Debates

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Lincoln was a successful lawyer who attempted to increase his national visibility by engaging Douglas in a series of debates. The debates attracted enormous crowds and received wide attention in newspapers across the country. Lincolns passionate attacks on slavery made him nationally prominent

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mar 6, 1858
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~ 167 years ago