The Missouri Compromise created a temporary bandage to keep the Union together. The issue of slavery first became a major issue during these disputes. Slavery will continue to be an issue in the Union for years to come. During this time, the sectionalism between the North and South was increasing, and the issue of expansion of slavery is tearing apart the country. The expansion of slavery angered the North, and the abolitionists were more radical. The South viewed slavery as not morally wrong, they would do whatever it took to continue slavery, even if it meant seccession.
