The compromise of 1877 was just like any other compromise. Both sides agreed to sacrifice something so that both sides got only what they wanted most, so everyone is happy. In reality they often backfire. This particular one turned Northerners and Southerners against each other in terms of slavery. This almost led to another Civil War
So, when speaking about now-a-days of the roots and the original party platforms of today's parties, I would conclude, first off, back then, the parties were very much of a debating, and as for this, they were a lot of misconceptions that needed to be clear. Bus as for now, we have resolved this very clear, and now they're are no misunderstandings, as there may have been many in the past.<span />