Question

Whom did the democrats choose as their presidential
candidate in 1852, and why?

Answer 1

Franklin Pierce

Step-by-step explanation:

There were over 48 ballets, but Franklin Pierce won above all of them.

Answer 2

The 1852 United States presidential election was the 17th quadrennial presidential election, held on Tuesday, November 2, 1852. Democrat Franklin Pierce, a former Senator from New Hampshire, defeated General Winfield Scott, the Whig nominee.

Step-by-step explanation:

The 1852 United States presidential election was the 17th quadrennial presidential election, held on Tuesday, November 2, 1852. Democrat Franklin Pierce, a former Senator from New Hampshire, defeated General Winfield Scott, the Whig nominee.