The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 3: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 3: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 3 focuses on the Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858, showcasing Lincoln's speeches during his senatorial campaign in Illinois. This collection emphasizes his views on slavery's expansion and its moral implications, including his famous assertion that 'A house divided against itself cannot stand.' The volume critically examines significant legislative actions and court decisions, such as the Nebraska Bill and the Dred Scott decision, highlighting the urgent need to confront the issue of slavery in America. This work is notable for its historical significance and its role in shaping public discourse on slavery.
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“RESPONSE TO POLITICAL SMEAR TO ROBERT ALLEN New Salem, June 21, 1836 DEAR COLONEL:”
— Abraham Lincoln
“I claim not to have controlled events, but confess plainly that events have controlled me.””
— Abraham Lincoln
“Gentlemen, reading from speeches is a very tedious business, particularly for an old man that has to put on spectacles, and more so if the man be so tall that he has to bend over to the light.””
— Abraham Lincoln
“Let us therefore study the incidents in this as philosophy to learn wisdom from and none of them as wrongs to be avenged....””
— Abraham Lincoln
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