Question

I tried to gain a second presidential term in 1856 as a candidate of the american party. although I was nominated by the party of the know-nothings, I was part of a system they promised to stop. who am I?

A. Abraham Lincolin

B. John Brown

C. Millard Fillmore

D. Stephen Douglas

Answer 1

C. Millard Fillmore

Step-by-step explanation:

Millard Fillmore was the 13th President of the United States. He was also the 12th vice president in 1848. Fillmore is well-known for passing the Compromise of 1850. He also gained the endorsement of the Know Nothing Party. Fillmore's story is well-known due to his having had almost no formal education and being born into poverty.

Answer 2

C is the correct answer.

Fillmore was instrumental in the compromise of 1850, served as President, and tried to run again as a Know Nothing.