Why wasn't the union more successful in the early war?

Basically. They had the biggest ego ever. The North knew that they had the more resources and the more superior military force. So they basically underestimated the South. Also it was due to the North's military generals. They didn't lead the troops the right way and all in all, that led to early Confederate victory. The South had the superior military leadership against the North.

In 2020 The vice president is Mike Pence

Explanation: well duh its now 2020