Ended Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“If I had my way, this war would never have been commenced. If I had been allowed my way this war would have been ended before this.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1863
If given authority, war could be avoided or ended sooner; personal agency matters in conflict resolution.
In simple terms: Leadership can prevent war.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for peace.
Themes
war
leadership
agency
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
political science
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What could you change?
- How do you influence peace?
A Different Perspective
Power may be limited.
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