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Abraham Lincoln during his famous senatorial campaign gave "The Divided House" speech in Springfield, Illinois. The convention gathered to hear him speak consisted of a thousand delegates and as many anxious citizens. Before entering the hall where it was to be delivered, he stepped into the office of his law-partner, Mr. Herndon, and, locking the door, so that their interview would be private, Mr. Lincoln read his opening statement.
"I believe this government cannot endure permanently, half slave and half free."
“Abe, that sentiment is certainly true, but it might not be good policy to utter it at this time.”
"My friend, no matter about the policy. It is true, and the nation is entitled to it. The proposition has been true for six thousand years, and I will deliver it as it is written."
"I believe this government cannot endure permanently, half slave and half free."
“Abe, that sentiment is certainly true, but it might not be good policy to utter it at this time.”
"My friend, no matter about the policy. It is true, and the nation is entitled to it. The proposition has been true for six thousand years, and I will deliver it as it is written."