Sumner was physically attacked by Brooks in Congress because "<span>d. Sumner challenged the Fugitive Slave Act and angered pro-slavery supporters" since he was an avid abolitionist. </span>
I don't think it would have a direct bearing on the outcome.....
<span>Troubles between Monarchy and the nobility over the tax system led to paralysis and bankruptcy</span>
The Social Gospel Movement is your answer .-.
