Identify the groups in favor of the abolition of slavery and those against it.

Abilitionists in the United States: FOR ABOLITION

These people were for abolition, they wanted to ban slavery for good. It says it right in their title!

Cotton Plantation Owners in the Southern United States: AGAINST ABOLITION

These people were against abolition, slaves were a big part of the economy in the Southern US.

Fugitive Slaves: FOR ABOLITION

Fugitive slaves were for abolition because they had already run away and were now looking to be free. A big reason why slaves became fugitives was to be free and to reunite with their families.

Slave Traders: AGAINST ABOLITION

Slave traders were looking for slaves to buy and sell. They wanted slavery so that they could make their money.

Explanation:

abraham lincoln, according to anyone who was connected with agriculture, represented the worst of northern politicians. shortly after lincoln was elected, south carolina seceded from the union. they along with other southern states, retained their anger. in a way, it was their own fault: the democrats were split in the south. some wanted slavery to be extended in other states that were about to join the union and some didn't want it badly enough. lincoln had a solid backing from his party: the republicans were united in not wanting slavery to be expanded.