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Why did Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation?

A. He thought it would weaken the South.
B. He wanted Britain and France to join the war effort.
C. By appealing to Democrats, he thought that it would win him reelection.
D. He wanted to warn all slaveholders in the nation.

I think it might be C or D but please let me know if I’m wrong, thank you :)

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Answer: D. He wanted to warn all the slaveholders in the nation.

Explanation: The Emancipation Proclamation was issued to help free the slaves

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