Why did the slave states of the Upper South initially reject secession?

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The slave states of the Upper South, such as Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, did not have as great a reliance on slavery as the states in the Lower South. These states had larger white populations, more diverse economies, and fewer cotton plantations. As a result, they were not as eager to secede from the Union and risk war with the North. It was not until after the attack on Fort Sumter and the call for troops by President Lincoln that these states ultimately chose to secede.

Why Did the Slave States of the Upper South Initially