1 janv. 1860 - Democratic National Convention 1860
Description:
Stephen Douglas had most chance of winning election, but radical Southerners wanted James Buchanan, who was stronger for slavery.Douglas nominated by compromise Democrats - Enforce Fugitive Slave Law, popular sovereignty.
Many Southern delegates supporting Buchanan left the party, held their own convention, nominated John C. Breckenridge - unrestricted slavery, annex Cuba.
Democratic Party breaks apart.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 janv. 1860
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 165 ans