Black Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“I will say, then, that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races: that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1865, United States
Lincoln expresses opposition to racial equality and integration across civic and personal domains.
In simple terms: He opposes equal rights for Black people.
Key Takeaway
Recognize historical prejudice.
Themes
racism
politics
civil rights
Mood
reflective
critical
historical
Type
political
historical
controversial
When to use this quote
- political debates
- civil rights movements
- educational curricula
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
segregation
white supremacy
voter rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How did such views shape policy?
- What can we learn to counter similar biases today?
A Different Perspective
His view reflects the era's dominant racism, limiting progress toward equality.
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