Political Quotes

On the recordJune 17, 1858
Did we brave all then to falter now?--now, when that same enemy is wavering, dissevered, and belligerent?
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

In his "House Divided" speech, Lincoln challenges his audience to maintain their resolve, questioning whether they should falter when their adversaries show weakness.

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