Quote by Abraham Lincoln

If elected I shall be thankful; if not, it will be all the same.

If elected I shall be thankful; if not, it will be all the s

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's detached and nonchalant attitude towards being elected. They express indifference, suggesting that whether they are elected or not, their feelings will remain unchanged. It could imply their belief in their ability to handle any outcome with equanimity or their lack of personal investment in the political process.

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By Abraham Lincoln

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