How did Grant's war strategy affect Lincoln's reelection chances in 1864?

A. It showed that Lincoln was unwilling to compromise on the Emancipation Proclamation.

B. It allowed for Sherman's capture of Atlanta, which increased Lincoln's popularity.

C. It proved to Democrats that Lincoln had a solid plan for ending the war.

D. It made Lincoln popular in the Democratic Party, which approved of Grant's strategy.

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Brenton Chavez · Answer 1

It allowed for Sherman’s capture of Atlanta, which increased Lincoln’s popularity.