Question

in his first inaugural address, president Abraham Lincoln stated his main goal for the nation was to

Answer 1

In his first inaugural address, President Abraham Lincoln stated his main goal for the nation was to "Preserve the Union" This remained Lincoln's main goal throughout the war. 

Answer 2

Answer:

D. -upholding the principles of democracy

Explanation:

Abraham Lincoln's main priority was to uphold the principles of democracy. He believed that by preventing states from seceding that he will be able to preserve the Union.