Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 1, 1850
As a peace-maker the lawyer has a superior opportunity of being a good man.
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

From a note for a law lecture, Lincoln describes the unique moral opportunity lawyers have to foster peace and goodwill.

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