How did Cass's advocacy for popular sovereignty affect his party?
Strengthened unity
Precipitated a party split
Shifted focus to commerce
Encouraged expansionism
Answer
The answer lies in Cass's unwavering support for popular sovereignty, the principle that the people of a territory should decide whether to allow slavery. This stance deeply divided the Democratic Party, as Northern Democrats opposed the extension of slavery into new territories while Southern Democrats vehemently defended it.
Catching Cass: Mastering the Legacy of Lewis Cass
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