Economic Interests and Societal Norms in Antebellum Slavery Perspectives

In the decades leading up to the Civil War, the United States experienced significant economic, social, and political changes that led to increased tensions between the North and South. Using the documents provided, analyze the ways in which economic interests and societal norms influenced attitudes toward the institution of slavery. Consider also the perspectives and biases of the authors of the documents in your analysis.

In your response, be sure to address both the motivations that shaped Northern and Southern perspectives on slavery and the context in which these documents were produced. Use at least five of the provided documents in your analysis.