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'I have never had a feeling, politically, that did not spring from the Declaration of Independence ... that all should have an equal chance. This is the sentiment embodied in the Declaration of Independence. I would rather be assassinated on the spot than surrender it.'

- Abraham Lincoln

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'I have no other goal so great as that of being truly esteemed of my fellow men, by rendering myself worthy of their esteem. How far I shall succeed in gratifying this ambition is yet to be developed,' said Abraham Lincoln, age 23, in his very first election speech. If they elected him, he would regard it as a favor. If not, 'I have been too familiar with disappointments to be very much chagrined.'

- Abraham Lincoln

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'I have now come to the conclusion never again to think of marrying; and for this reason; I can never be satisfied with anyone who would be block-head enough to have me.'

- Abraham Lincoln

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'I have stepped out upon this platform that I may see you and that you may see me, and in the arrangement I have the best of the bargain.'

- Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln’s Wit/Wisdom 300

'I hold that while man exists it is his duty to improve not only his own condition, but to assist in ameliorating mankind... I am for those means which will give the greatest good to the greatest number.'

- Abraham Lincoln

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WHEN IN DOUBT TELL THE TRUTH

'I hope to have God on my side, but I must have Kentucky.'

- Abraham Lincoln

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'I know not how to aid you save in the assurance of one of mature age and much severe experience that you cannot fail if you resolutely determine that you will not.'

- Abraham Lincoln