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“It is your business to rise up and preserve the Union and liberty, for yourselves, and not for me. I desire they shall be constitutionally preserved.”

Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Book:The collected works of Abraham Lincoln

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The collected works of Abraham Lincoln

This volume includes a wide array of Abraham Lincoln's works, spanning his presidency from 1861 to 1865. It features his famous speeches, such as the Gettysburg Address, as well as personal correspondence and other writings that provide a comprehensive view of his political philosophy and leadership style. more

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Abraham Lincoln

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

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“...I am exceedingly anxious that this Union, the Constitution, and the liberties of the people shall be perpetuated in accordance with the original idea for which that struggle was made, and I shall be most happy indeed if I shall be an humble instrument in the hands of the Almighty, and of this, his almost chosen people, for perpetuating the object of that great struggle.”

People Ifs Made Ideas Hands Liberty Struggle Objects Constitution Originals Instruments Unions Humble Chosen Anxious Almighty Original Ideas Perpetuating

Book:The collected works of Abraham Lincoln

Source: The collected works of Abraham Lincoln

“So viewing the issue, no choice was left but to call out the war power of the Government; and so to resist force, employed for its destruction, by force, for its preservation.”

War Government Choices Left Force Liberty Issues Destruction Preservation Employed

Book:Speeches and Letters of Abraham Lincoln(1832-1865) (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition)

Source: Speeches and Letters of Abraham Lincoln(1832-1865) (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition)

“I just feel like people like a little break. Especially at 12:37 at night, you go, like, 'I'm just tired of the snarky right now. I just want to lie down and have somebody make me laugh for an hour. Entertain me, and then I'm going to sleep with a smile on my face.' That's my job; that's what I do.”

People Want Feels Littles Jobs Faces Lying Night Hours Sleep Break Laughing Right Now Down And Tired Going To Sleep Make Me Laugh Smile On My Face He Makes Me Laugh

Author:Jimmy Fallon

“The struggle of today, is not altogether for today - it is for a vast future also. With a reliance on Providence, all the more firm and earnest, let us proceed in the great task which events have devolved upon us.”

Today Liberty Struggle Events Tasks Firm Providence Earnest Reliance

Book:Abraham Lincoln: Speeches & Writings Part 2: 1859-1865: Library of America #46

Source: Abraham Lincoln: Speeches & Writings Part 2: 1859-1865: Library of America #46

“Our common country is in great peril, demanding the loftiest views, and boldest action to bring it speedy relief. Once relieved, its form of government is saved to the world; its beloved history, and cherished memories, are vindicated; and its happy future fully assured, and rendered inconceivably grand.”

World Country Government Action Form Memories Views Common Liberty Saved Beloved Relief Assured Peril Forms Of Government Relieved Vindicated Cherished Memories

Book:Speeches and Letters of Abraham Lincoln(1832-1865) (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition)

Source: Speeches and Letters of Abraham Lincoln(1832-1865) (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition)

“Thoughtful men must feel that the fate of civilization upon this continent is involved in the issue of our contest. Among the most satisfying proofs of this conviction is the hearty devotion everywhere exhibited by our schools and colleges to the national cause.”

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Author:Abraham Lincoln

“Danger, if met head on, can be nearly halved”

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“There are three species of creatures who when they seem coming are going, when they seem going they come: diplomats, women, and crabs.”

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“School is a building that has four walls-with tomorrow inside. Our deeds determine us, as much as we determine our deeds. There are many ways of going forward, but there is only one way of standing still. A lot of us would like to move mountains, but few of us are willing to practice on small hills. Doing your best is more important than being the best. Giant oak trees started out as little nuts. The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire.”