How did Northerners view the Supreme Court's decision? How did Southerners view it?

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Donovan Bond

5 June, 05:43

How did Northerners view the Supreme Court's decision? How did Southerners view it?

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Zachery Meza · Answer 1

Southerners were thrilled because they believed the Court had settled slavery in their favor. Northerners were stunned because the Court's decision had invalidated the idea of "free soil" and opened all territories to slavery.