James Buchanan won the Democratic nomination for the presidency in 1856 because he
A) campaigned against the policy of popular sovereignty.
B) had gained fame as a western explorer and soldier.
C) controlled the key swing state of Pennsylvania.
D) had extensive administrative and foreign policy experience.
E) could distance himself and the Democrats from the Kansas-Nebraska Act.
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