Douglas stance on Lecompton exposed in Kansas debate
In a partisan review from Ottawa Illinois August 21 1858 Republicans contend that Stephen A Douglas opposed the Lecompton Constitution only to gain a Senate seat. They cite Toombs bill modifications and Douglas’s 1857 Senate remarks, arguing his stance shifted for political reasons and that his loyalty to slavery and the Dred Scott doctrine is evident. Lincoln Douglas debates highlighted the contrast between the two leaders with Lincoln praised and Douglas criticized. A fire at Republic damages McArdie’s Bash and related properties with unspecified losses.
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The speaker rebukes the idea that a majority may lawfully sanction slavery or deny rights. He compares unchecked majority power to theft, oppression, and murder, arguing it would subvert justice and civil order. He warns that Douglas’ use of popular sovereignty could allow enslaving the minority or destroying dissenting groups.
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