Lincoln’s intentions regarding slavery were quite clear. Lincoln’s intended on interfering with slavery, especially since there are laws and a case that does allow for slavery to exist, therefore, he would not end it. Lincoln often refers to his old speeches, creating a sense of connection with the South that allows the South to trust him and his words. More specifically, of his words allowing slavery to be open to the states that choose to do so. Lincoln moves through his address and mentions the Fugitive Slave Act, Lincoln emphasizes how he understands and does allow for slavery to remain due to this act and the Dred Scott case. To add on, Lincoln constantly alludes to the Constitution and points to all the reasons as to why the South can
