Question

why did southerners argue that slavery was superior to factory labor?

Answer 1

Answer:

Slaves can be worked around the clock without pay, whilst factory workers are paid, take breaks and have a clockout time

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Those who defended slavery rose to the challenge set forth by the Abolitionists. The defenders of slavery included economics, history, religion, legality, social good, and even humanitarianism, to further their arguments.