Without the Constitution and the Union, we could not have attained the result; but even these, are not the primary cause of our great prosperity. There is something back of these, entwining itself more closely about the human heart. That something, is the principle of "Liberty to all" the principle that clears the path for all-gives hope to all-and, by consequence, enterprize [sic], and industry to all.
Abraham LincolnShould my administration prove to be a very wicked one...or a very foolish one, if you, the people, are true to yourselves and the Constitution, there is little harm I can do, thank God.
Abraham LincolnRepublicans are for both the man and the dollar, but in case of conflict the man before the dollar.
Abraham LincolnAlways bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.
Abraham Lincoln