Right Makes Might: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates examines one of the most consequential political rivalries in American history. Through the famous 1858 debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas, the documentary explores the national conflict over slavery, states' rights, and the future of the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War. Combining historical analysis, archival material, and expert commentary, the film reveals how a series of public debates transformed Lincoln from a relatively unknown lawyer into a national political figure, while highlighting the ideas and arguments that would help shape the course of American history.