Quote by Abraham Lincoln

He reminds me of the man who murdered both his parents, and then when the sentence was about to be pronounced, pleaded for mercy on the grounds that he was orphan.

He reminds me of the man who murdered both his parents, and

Summary

This quote is a sarcastic statement that highlights the absurdity of a person's actions and excuses. It uses a hypothetical scenario to illustrate how someone can commit a heinous act and then try to evade responsibility by seeking mercy based on the consequences of their own actions. It implies that this individual fails to take personal accountability and is trying to manipulate the situation to their advantage, potentially exemplifying the hypocrisy and disregard for justice.

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Crime

By Abraham Lincoln

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