Abraham Lincoln actually said...

And upon this act, sincerely believed to be an act of justice, warranted by the Constitution upon military necessity, I invoke the considerate judgment of mankind and the gracious favor of Almighty God.

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Proclamation 95—Regarding the Status of Slaves in States Engaged in Rebellion Against the United States [Emancipation...

12/31/1862

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