Quote by Abraham Lincoln

If slavery is right, all words, acts, laws, and constitutions against it, are themselves wrong, and should be silenced, and swept away.


If slavery is right, all words, acts, laws, and constitution

Summary

This quote suggests that if one views slavery as morally acceptable, then any opposing viewpoints, actions, laws, or even constitutions against it should be deemed incorrect and suppressed. It argues that if one supports the notion of slavery, then any forms of opposition should be disregarded and eliminated. The quote seemingly defends the idea that if a certain belief or practice is seen as just, then any attempts to challenge or abolish it are in themselves incorrect.

By Abraham Lincoln
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