Why Was Johnson Picked as Lincoln's Running Mate in 1864

question 14

Multiple Choice

Why was Johnson picked as Lincoln's running mate in 1864?

• A) They were both lifelong Republicans.
• B) They held identical political positions.
• C) They agreed on the need for strict terms to readmit southern states into the Union.
• D) As a gesture of unity, they combined to create a National Union ticket.
• E) Johnson and Lincoln had already served together in the Illinois state government.

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