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Lincoln lost the illinois senate race in 1858. Why do you think lincoln won fame in spite of losing the election? (why was lincoln famous after he lost the election 1858)

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Lincoln-Douglass debates

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Stories about the debates between Lincoln and Douglass became known across the country, making Abraham Lincoln a force to be reckoned with despite an early loss. People were ready to rally behind his new vision for the country.

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