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14 May, 21:45

Why did Lincoln say, "I have no purpose, directly or indirectly, to interfere with the institution of slavery in the states where it exists. I believe I have no lawful right to do so, and I have no inclination to do so"?

He wanted to force the South to secede.

He wanted to appease Northern Democrats.

He was stating his party's platform.

He wanted to keep the Union together.

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  1. 14 May, 22:01
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    He wanted to keep the Union together
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