Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 22, 1850
Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can.
Said by
Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois
Source
nps.gov

Editor's note · Context

Advice given to lawyers, emphasizing the value of compromise.

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