Slavery is founded in the selfishness of man's nature – oppo... - Abraham Lincoln

"Slavery is founded in the selfishness of man's nature – opposition to it is his love of justice. It may be a sin to hold a slave under our banner."

Abraham Lincoln Justice

President, Politician American 1809–1865

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