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Quote by Abraham Lincoln

“Tangible language, which often tells more falsehoods than truths.”

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Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 to 1865. He was a pivotal leader during the American Civil War, dedicated to preserving the unity of the nation and the abolition of slavery. Lincoln is renowned for his noble character and exceptional leadership. more

“I do not allow myself to suppose that either the convention or the League, have concluded to decide that I am either the greatest or the best man in America, but rather they have concluded it is not best to swap horses while crossing the river, and have further concluded that I am not so poor a horse that they might not make a botch of it in trying to swap.”

Men Trying Might America Change Poor Rivers Horse League Conventions Crossings

Book:Letters and addresses of Abraham Lincoln

Source: Letters and addresses of Abraham Lincoln

“Ready are we all to cry out and ascribe motives when our toes are pinched.”

Cry Ready Motive Toes

Book:Collected Works: 1862-1863

Source: Collected Works: 1862-1863

“It is easiest to "be all things to all men," but it is not honest. Self-respect must be sacrificed every hour in the day.”

Men Self Hours Honest Policy All Things Self Respect Not Honest Hours In The Day

Author:Abraham Lincoln

“I have always wanted to deal with everyone I meet candidly and honestly. If I have made any assertion not warranted by facts, and it is pointed out to me, I will withdraw it cheerfully.”