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Did Franklin Pierce, for whom Hawthorne wrote a biography, win the presidential election?

  • Yes

  • No

  • He didn't run

  • At first, but was disqualified later

Answer

Yes, Franklin Pierce, a Democrat from New Hampshire, was elected the 14th president of the United States, defeating his Whig opponent, Winfield Scott. Pierce's victory was largely attributed to his strong support from the Democratic Party and his pro-slavery stance, which resonated with many voters in the country at the time.
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