On the recordJuly 17, 1858
So I hope those with whom I am surrounded have principle enough to nerve themselves for the task, and leave nothing undone that can fairly be done to bring about the right result.
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gutenberg.orgAbraham Lincoln: “So I hope those with whom I am surrounded have principle enough to nerve themselves for the task, and leave nothing…”
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Speaking to his supporters, Lincoln expressed his hope that they would be guided by principle and diligent effort in their political endeavors.
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