Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Among free men there can be no successful appeal from the ballot to the bullet.

Among free men there can be no successful appeal from the ba

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that in a society where people are free to choose their leaders through voting, resorting to violence or armed conflict should not be an acceptable alternative to settle disputes or grievances. It implies that in a truly democratic system, the power lies with the people to bring about change through peaceful means such as elections and open dialogue, rather than using force or coercion to impose their will.

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