Quote by Paul Ryan

The perfection of our union, especially our commitment to equality of opportunity, has been a story of constant striving to live up to our Founding principles. This is what Abraham Lincoln meant when he said, 'In giving freedom to the slave, we assure freedom to the free - honorable alike in what we give, and what we preserve.'

The perfection of our union, especially our commitment to eq

Summary

Abraham Lincoln's quote emphasizes the idea that in granting freedom to the enslaved, we not only liberate the enslaved individuals themselves but also safeguard the freedom of the already free. It highlights the fundamental principle of equality of opportunity that the United States strives to achieve. The quote acknowledges the ongoing effort to live up to the ideals on which the nation was founded, emphasizing the continuous pursuit of equality and the preservation of freedom for all.

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By Paul Ryan

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