"Four score and seven years ago..." Last year I read an amazing book about the life & presidency of Abraham Lincoln, 'Team of Rivals' by Doris Kearns Goodwin. A great understanding was gained regarding what made him great, although at the time many people doubted him including many of his cabinet. He wasn't afraid to choose the best of the best, whether they were from his party or not. Some were back stabbers from the get go. He knew they would be. The goal was to select those that could perform the greatest work, in their respective fields irregardless of their popularity.
Although many believed the Secretary of State, William Seward, was the point man making all of the decisions, Lincoln didn't let that happen. He chose this opponent for his knowledge and ability to get things done. At all times, Honest Abe called the shots. These two men became inseparably fast friends and collegues, making joint decisions for the good of the country as a whole and not for themselves. Dedicating their lives to besting freedom while risking lives to make America what it is today.
Lincoln was guided by our Heavenly Father every step of the way as the Civil War began and ended during his administration bringing freedom to the blacks. The love and care he showed to the soldiers without regard to himself, proves how vital he felt the cause was. Victory came in the end, but also tragedy. The 750 page book is well worth reading.
I love & honor President Abraham Lincoln for giving his life to the cause.
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