It is rather for us here dedicated to the great task remaining before us, that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion.

The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time.

I do but quote from one of those speeches when I declare that "I have no purpose, directly or indirectly, to interfere with the institution of slavery in the States where it exists. I believe I have no lawful right to do so, and I have no inclination to do so."

The damnest scoundrel that ever lived, but in the infinite mercy of Providence... also the damnest fool.

We, on our side, are praying to Him to give us victory, because we believe we are right; but those on the other side pray to Him, look for victory, believing they are right. What must He think of us?

Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.

If once you forfeit the confidence of your fellow-citizens, you can never regain their respect and esteem.