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George H.W. Bush: “Abraham Lincoln is revered throughout the world as a symbol of freedom and democracy — he holds a unique position in…”

On the recordSeptember 23, 1992
Abraham Lincoln is revered throughout the world as a symbol of freedom and democracy — he holds a unique position in American history.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 2548 - Abraham Lincoln Research and Interpretive Center

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