In your informed opinion why did the issue of race loom so large, and why was it so divisive in the American experience from 1492 to 1865?

The Question:
In your informed opinion why did the issue of race loom so large, and why was it so divisive in the American experience from 1492 to 1865?
The Criteria:
You must use sources from Gorn and Hollitz as supporting and refuting evidence. You may also refer to lecture notes.
You must employ evidence from the entire course starting in 1492 and moving through 1865.
DO NOT quote large chunks of material! Quotes should NOT EXCEED 5% of your total paper. Instead you should paraphrase and analyze the material you want to use as supporting/refuting evidence.

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