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As time moves on his name and fame become brighter, while most of his contemporaries are one by one forgotten.
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Sherman notes the growing recognition of Lincoln's contributions over time compared to his contemporaries.
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He took strong ground against the repeal of the Missouri Compromise, and in 1859 was a competitor with me for the position of speaker, but withdrew in my favor after the first ballot.
But some of you may say, all this is very well, but what will you do to save the Union?
I would regard it as a public calamity to have the power of this House placed, directly or indirectly, under the control of this administration.
That is all we ask, and what we demand at all hazards.
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