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Archive Home > 2008 > July > 24 > In 1858, Abraham Lincoln challenges Stephen Douglas to series of political debates

In 1858, Abraham Lincoln challenges Stephen Douglas to series of political debates

By The Associated Press / The Bulletin
July 24, 2008

Today is Thursday, July 24, the 206th day of 2008. There are 160 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History

On July 24, 1858, Republican senatorial candidate Abraham Lincoln formally challenged Democrat Stephen Douglas to a series of political debates; the result was seven....

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