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“There is really no crisis except an artificial one...If the great American people will only keep their temper, on both sides of the line, the trouble will come to an end.” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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“There is really no crisis except an artificial one...If the great American people will only keep their temper, on both sides of the line, the trouble will come to an end.”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The only crisis is one we create; patience and temperance from all sides will resolve conflict.

In simple terms: Crises are often self‑inflicted; calm resolves them.

Key Takeaway

Stay calm and seek common ground.

Themes

patience temperance conflict resolution political unity

Mood

reflective hopeful serene

Type

advice philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • political debate
  • family disagreements
  • workplace tension
  • public protests

Key Concepts

self‑fulfilling prophecy social cohesion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you model calm in heated discussions?
  • What self‑created crises exist today?
A Different Perspective

If parties refuse to temper, conflict may persist despite calm.

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