...the context of a disagreement over states' rights.
yes, I believe that was the primary issue. I just wanted to make the point that the underlying issue behind the slavery issue was economic ramifications for the south.
[edit] my Dad firmly believed the south should have won the war... it was discussed quite a bit in my home while growing up.
Sara
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