If you were to go on the street and ask any american to give you three names of great U.S Presidents chances are you will hear Abraham Lincoln’s name every time. He is one of the greatest icons for change in America. You will always hear people call him Honest Abe but even presidents don't make the best choices and Abraham Lincoln isn't an exception. Abraham Lincoln is just one of many leaders who isn’t perfect.…
Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, by Doris Kearns Goodwin HEATHER COX RICHARDSON…
i feel as though Abraham Lincoln was a successful president when it came to all his actions he put forward, for example the way he pushed forth in the civil war even though he was fighting with generals who weren't ready to fight, assasination threats, and a lot of arguing between his cabinet members. Lincoln issued the emancipation proclimation even though he was killed before it was put into full effect, but this helped free the slaves in years to come with his support of the thirteenth amendment.…
The election of President Lincoln is mainly thought about being the cause of the civil war. Lincoln won the election due to electoral votes, not the popular votes being that he only won forty percent of those. Lincoln being elected is important because he held anti-slavery views. Although he struggled as president, because of the different views of other politicians, he has made his presidential term memorable. Under his authority, the thirteenth amendment was passed and it abolished slavery.…
Abraham Lincoln is not only an icon for the five dollar bill and the penny, but he was one of the greatest presidents known throughout the history of the United States. Abe Lincoln was a president through good and bad times. He showed what it meant to be a character while showing great leadership. Abe was a very humble man whose determination and perseverance led him to a successful term.…
Abraham Lincoln was a Republican with Whig ideology. Lincoln succeeded in his campaign for congressmen and after that, he decided to run for president. Although his campaigns for presidency failed several times, Abraham Lincoln never gave up because he knew it was what he wanted to do. His last candidacy with Senator Douglass was a hard campaign, but Lincoln’s lead in free state votes guaranteed his election as a Republican president. This was only the beginning of a long crucial time for the North and South.…
Doris Kearns Goodwin is the author of “Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln”. Terry Gross hosted an interview with Goodwin as they discussed Abraham Lincoln’s relationship with his cabinet. Lincoln was known to be the peacemaker (the middle man), he was determined to pass the Emancipation Proclamation, and dealt with an emotional illnesses.…
Abraham Lincoln, or as we know him, Honest Abe. Lincoln set the pathway to peace and tranquility just by doing what he does best. He uses honesty, determination, and beliefs to make the Nation a place to remember. We must honor his sacrifices as one of the greatest presidents of all time.…
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Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth president of the United States of America, was a virtuous man who wanted only good for his country. There have been many opposing views on his presidency, some saying he was not fit and others saying he was one of the greatest. These are just opinions, and as everyone thinks differently from everyone else, there has and will always be opposing views. One thing that cannot be disputed is the man’s heart. He stood up for what he believed in and fought for it until his murder.…
Abraham Lincoln had entered office at a bad time. There was slavery at the time that he was elected. Half of the nation that had elected him was so mad at him for what he had done. Abraham was trying to fight for black rights, but the others didn't seem to understand that. For the people who had stayed loyal, thought little of him personally, like to themselves.…
Abraham Lincoln was often called “The Great Emancipator” for his acts during the Civil War. Though people agreed and disagreed about whether Lincoln deserved the title, after everything he has said and done there is no question about him not being worthy of his title. There are many primary documents that demonstrate the many reasons to why Lincoln is worthy of the title “The Great Emancipator”. Out of the many documents that were read, there are three that showed enough proof to Lincoln’s worthiness. One of the primary documents was from the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Number One: Ottawa, August 21. The other one was the Emancipation Proclamation Text. The last document used was the Commonwealth criticizes Abraham Lincoln.…
He demonstrated many character traits which allowed him to succeed as a President and General in Chief. He was empathetic and sympathetic to all people. Even though he had a rough life, he moved forward and used humor to make people laugh. He abolished slavery and passed the 13th amendment which was important because he freed the slaves. He was humble and compassionate. Everything he did, he did with purpose and vision. He knew with complete clarity that he wanted the United States to change, his vision and passion enabled him to see beyon difficult circumstances and press on. Having a vision is one thing but believing that it's possible and will happen is what separates a successful leader from others. Lincoln was truly a great leader and one of the greatest presidents of the United…
Lincoln was a strong, confident president who remained steadfast in his principles. At a time of crisis he led the nation into an unpopular civil war. He could have gone the easy route, and ignored the Confederate States of America, ergo avoiding conflict. However, he felt that the union was something exceptional, and was worth preserving. Lincoln was less concerned about his own personal life and what people thought of him. He remained strong and he fought for our country and his principles. President Lincoln gave his life and sacrificed the lives of his fellow American so the union would be preserved.…
Abraham Lincoln was one of America’s greatest presidents .Knowed to the world as the “Great emancipator”, Abraham Lincoln left a legacy behind. As the 16th president Lincoln managed to save the nation, he took the first step towards abolishing slavery, allowed blacks to join the military, gave his world famous Gettysburg speech, and many more. To many people Abraham Lincoln was a hero, to others he was a man with a questionable motive.…
