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Abraham Lincoln

I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts.

Abraham Lincoln

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Abraham Lincoln trusted that ordinary people, when honestly informed, have the ability to handle difficult situations facing their country. He emphasized that the key is to provide them with accurate and truthful information.

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