Quote by Abraham Lincoln

At what point then is the approach of danger to be expected? I answer, if it ever reach us, it must spring up amongst us. It cannot come from abroad. If destruction be our lot, we must ourselves be its author and finisher. As a nation of freemen, we must live through all time, or die by suicide.


At what point then is the approach of danger to be expected?

Summary

This quote by Abraham Lincoln emphasizes the need for self-awareness and responsibility as a nation. Lincoln emphasizes that the greatest threat to a country comes from within its own borders. If a nation is to face destruction, it will be the result of its own actions or lack thereof. Lincoln warns that it is the duty of a nation to ensure its own survival by fostering a sense of unity, vigilance, and commitment to the principles of freedom. Ultimately, the quote serves as a reminder that a nation's fate lies in the hands of its citizens.

By Abraham Lincoln
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