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How did southern states react to the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860?

A. They felt they had no voice in national government.
B. They were unhappy, but accepted the new president as their leader.
C. They seceded and elected Breckinridge as president.
D. They called for a nationwide recount of votes

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User SemMike
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Hello,

B. They were unhappy, but accepted the new president as their leader.
They pretty much regretted voting for Abraham Lincoln. They wanted to secede and getting another Leader/President which was Jefferson Davis, But they just excepted Abraham.

Hope this helps

-Jurgen :D
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