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Calvin Coolidge: “And in accordance with this sentiment our laws have provided for a formal recognition of the birthday of Abraham…”

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And in accordance with this sentiment our laws have provided for a formal recognition of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, for in him is revealed our ideal, the hope of our country fulfilled.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

This quote highlights the formal recognition of Abraham Lincoln's birthday as a celebration of his embodiment of American ideals.

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