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Which president did Stevens believe was slow to support his position on slavery?

  • Thomas Jefferson

  • Martin Van Buren

  • Abraham Lincoln

  • Andrew Johnson

Answer

President Abraham Lincoln was viewed by the politician Thaddeus Stevens as being hesitant in his support of Stevens's strong opposition to slavery. Thaddeus Stevens was a prominent advocate for the abolition of slavery and sought immediate emancipation during the Civil War. He frequently criticized President Lincoln for his gradual approach and believed Lincoln prioritized preserving the Union over eradicating slavery swiftly.
Legacy Unveiled: The Extraordinary Life of Thaddeus Stevens

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