President Abraham Lincoln

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    Thanks to all. For the great republic—for the principle it lives by, and keeps alive—for man’s vast future,—thanks to all.
    Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865)

    I had many problems in my conduct of the office being contrasted with President Kennedy’s conduct in the office, with my manner of dealing with things and his manner, with my accent and his accent, with my background and his background. He was a great public hero, and anything I did that someone didn’t approve of, they would always feel that President Kennedy wouldn’t have done that.
    Lyndon Baines Johnson (1908–1973)

    So long as I have been here I have not willingly planted a thorn in any man’s bosom.
    —Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865)