On the record
Of Lincoln no words can be uttered or withheld that could add to or detract from his imperishable fame.
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Adlai Stevenson
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gutenberg.orgAdlai Stevenson: “Of Lincoln no words can be uttered or withheld that could add to or detract from his imperishable fame.”
Editor's note · Context
Stevenson reflects on the enduring legacy of Abraham Lincoln, emphasizing the timelessness of his reputation.
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