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True Stories Of Americans Of Action Portrait Of Douglas
A fragmented historical sketch traces Stephen A. Douglas from his early life in Vermont to his rise as a Democratic leader. It covers his apprenticeship, political ascent in Illinois, battles over slavery, debates with Lincoln, and impactful campaigns for Congress and the presidency, highlighting his blunt rhetoric and practical politics.
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California
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