Quote by Abraham Lincoln

I desire so to conduct the affairs of this administration that if at the end... I have lost every other friend on earth, I shall at least have one friend left, and that friend shall be down inside of me.

I desire so to conduct the affairs of this administration th

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their commitment to conducting their administration in a manner aligned with their own values and principles. They prioritize integrity and self-respect above gaining approval or popularity from others. While they anticipate the possibility of losing friends due to difficult decisions or actions, they find solace in the idea that they will always have a loyal and honest friend within themselves. It highlights the importance of self-assurance and staying true to one's moral compass when faced with challenging situations.

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