The answer is: Lincoln claimed to defend the Union and attempted to convince the South that the secession was illegal and impossible.
Lincoln gained massive popularity on the northern states because he advocated for the establishment of slavery, and the south was threatening secession because they relied heavily on slavery as the major workforce that sustain their economy.
Lincoln realized that if the southern states manage to secede from united states, The republican party would receive the largest amount of blame for the separation, and their chance to free the slaves in southern states were gone. Because of this, he swore an oath to defend the union and prevent the south from seceding in his inaugural address.
Answer/Explanation:
State governments had the power too...
- Collect taxes
- Send soldiers and Officers to the army and navy
- Establish courts and settle disputes
- Elect or appoint leaders to enforce the law
- Print and borrow money
During the time the state governments had more power than the federal government. This lead to the creation of the Articles of Confederation in 1781.
Explanation:
The symbolism of chains means that the man is afraid to be free in almost all aspects, such as clothing, doing what you want when you want to. It also shows insecurity.
In a direct democracy the citizens vote