Franklin Pierce's election as president in 1852 was due to __________________.

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The Whig party was weakened by internal disagreements over issues such as slavery, which allowed Franklin Pierce to win the presidency with the support of the Democratic party. While Pierce had a relatively unremarkable political career, his nomination was seen as a compromise that could unite the various factions within the Democratic party. Pierce's charisma or his military career were not significant factors in his election. The Free-Soil party did not have enough support to win the election outright, although they did influence the debate over slavery in the territories.

Franklin Pierce's Election as President in 1852 Was Due to __________________