Quote by Abraham Lincoln
The assertion that all men are created equal was of no practical use in effecting our separation from Great Britain and it was placed in the Declaration not for that, but for future use.
Summary
This quote suggests that while the idea that all individuals are born equal may not have directly contributed to the separation of the United States from Great Britain, it was included in the Declaration of Independence for future utility and importance. The implication is that the principle of equality serves a greater purpose beyond the immediate context, potentially shaping future discussions and endeavors related to governance and human rights.