Popular Sovereignty In The Territories: The Dividing Line Between Federal And Local Authority - Paperback

by Stephen a. Douglas (Author)

""Popular Sovereignty In The Territories: The Dividing Line Between Federal And Local Authority"" is a book written by Stephen A. Douglas, a prominent American politician and senator from Illinois in the mid-19th century. The book focuses on the issue of popular sovereignty, which was a controversial concept during the time leading up to the American Civil War. Popular sovereignty is the idea that the people of a territory should have the power to decide whether or not to allow slavery within their borders. In the book, Douglas argues that popular sovereignty is the best solution to the problem of slavery in the territories, as it allows for local self-government and avoids federal interference. He discusses the historical context of the issue, including the Missouri Compromise of 1820 and the Compromise of 1850, and analyzes the legal and constitutional implications of popular sovereignty. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the political and social climate of the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War. It provides insight into the perspectives of pro-slavery and anti-slavery advocates and the complex debates surrounding the expansion of slavery into new territories. Overall, ""Popular Sovereignty In The Territories"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.