Why was Lincoln unable to get a position in President Zachary Taylor's administration?

A) Lincoln was a charter member of the opposing Whig Party.

B) Lincoln had spoken against the Mexican-American War.

C) Tayloy only wanted people living in Southern States.

D) The only position open was in the Oregon Territory.

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Roy Harris

7 September, 08:39

Why was Lincoln unable to get a position in President Zachary Taylor's administration?

A) Lincoln was a charter member of the opposing Whig Party.

B) Lincoln had spoken against the Mexican-American War.

C) Tayloy only wanted people living in Southern States.

D) The only position open was in the Oregon Territory.

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Aubree Richmond · Answer 1

The correct answer among the choices provided is option B. Abraham Lincoln had spoken words that are against the Mexican-American War. President Zachary Taylor felt that Lincoln is an embarrassment to his party. During that time, Taylor was a general and hero.

Leila Yu · Answer 2

I think B Lincoln had spoken against the Mexican-American War