Question

why did lincoln refuse to accept the southern states secession?
o secession would mean that a foreign government had control of the southern half of the mississippi river, creating a security issue for the u.s.
o lincoln strongly believed in democracy and if secession occurred it meant that democracy had failed
o the republican party would be blamed for breaking up the u.s.
o all three answers are correct

Explanation:

Lincoln believed in the unity of the U.S. and the principles of democracy. Secession would mean the breakdown of the nation - state and democratic ideals. Also, the Republican party would likely be blamed for the nation's division.

Answer:

All three answers are correct