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Many Social Darwinists embraced laissez-faire capitalism and racism. They believed that government should not interfere in the “survival of the fittest” by helping the poor, and promoted the idea that some races are biologically superior to others.
The correct answer would be 15 states
South Carolina
South Carolina seceded from the Union after the announcement of Lincoln winning the 1860 election.
South Carolina believed Lincoln as president was dire and seceded from the Union first. South Carolina took Fort Sumter being within their border. Lincoln viewed this as a hostile action and would be considered the first battle of the Civil War.
Land served as a u.s senator and as general for the union