Immigrants did not seem very interested in politics. Many of the abolitionists advocated depriving white immigrants and Catholics of equal rights.

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This statement is false. Immigrants were often very interested in politics, as political decisions could have a significant impact on their lives and livelihoods. Additionally, while some abolitionists did advocate for limiting the rights of white immigrants and Catholics, this was not a universal belief among abolitionists, nor was it the only position taken by abolitionists regarding immigrants and Catholics.

Immigrants Did Not Seem Very Interested in Politics