Question

Why did Ralph Waldo Emerson support John Brown even though he believed in peaceful resolve over Brown's choice

of violence?

He objected to violence, but knew it was necessary to change the law.

He disagreed with the cause, but John Brown had married his sister

He knew the abolitionists' demands were a righteous cause.

He believed the abolitionists would stop using violence.

Answer 1

demands were a righteous cause

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Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

He knew the abolitionists' demands were a righteous cause.