I would go with issues that contributed to the civil war.
Racism and Women's rights were a huge controversy during the civil war and the 15th amendment gives every one the right to vote, no matter what race, gender, or past slavery.
Sorry about the late answer!
The south was the main agricultural hub in the area
They were in a period called the Industrial revolution, it was the transition to new manufacturing processes. It was a large turning point for New England <span />
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Machines, women working, and products?.