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RE: Debates with John Calhoun and Alfred W. Cavarly in Springfield, Illinois, 1844
Amy, Lincoln and Calhoun clashed politically several times during their careers. Lincoln was a staunch Whig, and Calhoun was a staunch Democrat. Lincoln was even somewhat leery of becoming the deputy surveyor as he knew of the political differences he had with Calhoun.
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RE: Debates with John Calhoun and Alfred W. Cavarly in Springfield, Illinois, 1844 - RJNorton - 03-25-2020 11:14 AM

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