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Abraham Lincoln: “In a great national crisis like ours unanimity of action among those seeking a common end is very desirable--almost…”

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In a great national crisis like ours unanimity of action among those seeking a common end is very desirable--almost indispensable.
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

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Lincoln argues that unity among those working towards a common goal is essential during a national crisis.

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