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Disunion, Slavery, and the Causes of the Civil War

Abraham Lincoln pledged in his First Inaugural Address to keep the union together but to allow slavery in the States that had it already

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Nikki Haley clarifies stance on slavery in Civil War response

Nikki Haley clarifies her stance on slavery and the Civil War, acknowledging her mistake and emphasizing the importance of individual freedoms. A creative ...

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What does Watch Night mean for Black Americans today? It dates back to the Emancipation Proclamation

The tradition of Watch Night services in the United States dates back to Dec. 31, 1862, during the Civil War

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Chris Christie hits Nikki Haley for Civil War comments

Nikki Haley isn’t racist, the New Jersey governor said, but the reason for her remarks is ‘just as bad, if not worse, and should make everybody concerned about her candidacy’

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Haley deserves no grace for war gaffe

There is a reason why it is so hard for the former South Carolina governor to simply call out slavery as the cause

Salon

Don Lemon blasts Haley’s pleas for ‘grace’ after Civil War comments

Comments by Haley sparked criticism for failing to mention slavery as a cause of the Civil War

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Nikki Haley under fire for downplaying slavery's role in Civil War

A witty and insightful analysis of Ambassador Haley's controversial statements on the Civil War, highlighting the twisted narratives surrounding slavery.

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Nikki Haley's stance on Civil War questioned, momentum remains strong

Former Congressman defends Nikki Haley's stance on the Civil War, highlighting her clear position on slavery and dismissing criticisms as attempts to under...

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Nikki Haley's Civil War comments spark controversy on campaign trail

Nikki Haley's controversial response to a question about the Civil War sparks criticism and highlights her struggle to address issues of race on the campai...

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Nikki Haley clarifies Civil War remarks, acknowledges slavery's role

Republican candidate Nikki Haley stumbles on Civil War remarks, takes a detour without mentioning slavery. Cleanup efforts ensue amidst criticism.

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Black Republican lawmaker slams Nikki Haley’s Civil War flop

‘This really doesn’t matter because Trump is going to be the nominee,’ Florida Republican says after criticising Haley

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Nikki Haley claims ‘Democrat plant’ sent by Biden tripped her up with Civil War question

Ex-South Carolina governor claimed without evidence that Joe Biden is sending operatives to her campaign events after Civil War comments spark backlash

The Independent UK

Nikki Haley didn't say slavery caused the Civil War. Now she's facing major backlash

At a campaign event in New Hampshire Wednesday, the former S.C. governor didn't mention slavery as a cause of the Civil War, sparking controversy. Now she's walking back those comments.

WEKU

Haley blames "plant" for Civil War gaffe

"What do you want me to say about slavery?" Haley asked a voter at a town hall

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Nikki Haley clarifies stance on Civil War, addresses slavery question

Presidential candidate Nikki Haley addresses questions on the cause of the Civil War, emphasizing freedom and individual rights while dealing with campaign...

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Nikki Haley's stance on Civil War causes controversy, questioning convictions

Discover the controversial remarks made by Nikki Haley regarding the cause of the Civil War. Explore her political strategy and the challenges she faces in...

The Independent UK

Joe Biden slams Nikki Haley for failing to mention slavery when asked what caused Civil War

‘What do you want me to say about slavery? Next question,’ Haley says when called out by voter at New Hampshire town hall

The Independent UK

Nikki Haley, asked what caused the Civil War, leaves out slavery. It's not the first time

Nikki Haley was asked Wednesday by a New Hampshire voter about the reason for the Civil War, and she didn’t mention slavery in her response

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Nikki Haley stumbles on question about Civil War's cause

Discover the awkward moment when Nikki Haley stumbled over the cause of the Civil War, and explore the complications of her candidacy in the Republican pri...

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Scholar explains why Trump disqualified

People cannot substitute force, violence or intimidation for persuasion, coalition building and voting

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The idea of a national African American museum went back 100 years before its opening

The museum celebrated the 20th anniversary of legislation that funded it this week, but it can trace its origins back to Black veterans who fought for the Union Army in the Civil War.

The Conversation

Why 14th Amendment bars Trump from office: A constitutional law scholar explains principle behind Colorado Supreme Court ruling

In 2024, former President Donald Trump will face some of his greatest challenges: criminal court cases, primary opponents and constitutional challenges to his eligibility to hold the office of president again. The Colorado Supreme Court has pushed that latter piece to the forefront, ruling on Dec. 19, 2023, that Trump…

The Independent UK

Book Review: 'Soldier of Destiny' traces Ulysses S. Grant's complicated route before the White House

Historian John Reeves examines Ulysses S

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House votes to censure Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling fire alarm

Since January, the chamber has seen the removal of a member from a committee, the first ouster of a speaker in history and the expulsion of a lawmaker for only the third time since the Civil War.

The Conversation

In America, national parks are more than scenic − they’re sacred. But they were created at a cost to Native Americans

Abraham Lincoln has an almost saintly place in U.S. history: the “Great Emancipator” whose leadership during the Civil War preserved the Union and abolished slavery.

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