Haley Backtracks on Civil War Cause, Sparking Debate on History and Politics

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley found herself in hot water after dodging a simple question during a New Hampshire town hall: "What was the cause of the Civil War?" Her lengthy response, focusing on government's role and individual rights, notably omitted any mention of slavery, the war's central cause. This sparked widespread criticism, forcing Haley to clarify her remarks.

(North Conway, NH) -- Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is clarifying recent comments she made about the Civil War.

On Thursday, Haley attempted to walk back her earlier statement, taking to a radio interview to declare, "Of course the Civil. . .