jun 2, 1856 - The Democratic National Convention is held in Cincinnati, Ohio. Pierce seeks re-election, but is denied by the Democratic Party due to his handling of the “Bleeding Kansas” conflict. The Democratic Party nominates James Buchanan and John C. Breckinridge for Vice President. Pierce would become the only active elected president to be denied renomination by his party for a second term
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