I oppose the Act of Secession, because in my deliberate judgement the wrongs alleged might be redressed under the Constitution . . . because I believe that peaceful secession is a right unknown to the Constitution . . . because secession may bring anarchy and war . . . withering blight upon the property of the State, and a fatal prostration of all its great interest.

–James G. Taliaferro, 1861

Why does Taliaferro oppose secession? Check all that apply.

He believes that it is not in the state’s overall best interest.
He believes that it is unconstitutional.
He fears that it would damage the state's economy.
He believes that it would leave the state vulnerable to attack.
He worries that it would lead to chaos and war.