What did Abraham Lincoln identify as the core of the proslavery argument?
A) It relied on a literal interpretation of the Bible.
B) It equated slaves with animals.
C) It echoed arguments made by slave owners in the Roman Empire.
D) It relied on the assumption that slaves would not choose freedom if given the option.
E) It served the interests of those who benefited from slavery.

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Lincoln argued that the proslavery argument primarily served the interests of those who benefited economically and socially from the institution of slavery.

What Did Abraham Lincoln Identify as the Core of the Proslavery