In which year was Douglas elected to the Senate?
1853
1847
1857
1861
Answer
Douglas was elected to the Senate in 1847. This was a significant event in his political career, as it allowed him to play a larger role in national politics. He would go on to serve in the Senate for over 20 years, and during that time he would become one of the most prominent figures in the Democratic Party.
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