Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 27, 1858
And I say here to you, if any one expects of me in the case of my election, that I will do anything not signified by our Republican platform and my answers here to-day, I tell you very frankly, that person will be deceived.
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

During a debate, Lincoln declares his commitment to the Republican platform and his stated positions, warning against expectations of hidden agendas.

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