George,
I do agree with those figures. The point I was making, was this: At that time the South had many allies in the Northern States, with the exception of New England. Yes the South as a region was certainly a minority. But the Democratic party as a whole was the only national party. Republican support was regional at this time for the most part. Had the South supported Douglas there would have been no Lincoln victory in '60. They did not and the rest is history.

You believe that the States were a compact of Nations, I do not. Really that was what the war was all about. A lot of people of good will on both sides had this different view of the country. It's not to hard to understand. James Madison said that this government was unique...it was not wholly national or federal (federal with a small f, meaning a compact or league). I always try to post with reason and facts. Though I don't always reference material. Books aren't always handy and I go from what I know. Though if asked I will search out a reference I make.. You're okay with me too, amigo.
Cump.