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An Examination Of Abraham Lincoln's Racial Views, Christian Ellis
An Examination Of Abraham Lincoln's Racial Views, Christian Ellis
The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)
Despite the overwhelming amount of writings that exist on the subject of Abraham Lincoln, there seems to be no clear consensus regarding what his personal views on race were. Depending on the work, Abraham Lincoln has been painted as either a color-blind Great Emancipator or a secret white supremacist who actively worked against the emancipation movement. With the recent debate over the Confederate flag and other race-related issues, the need to clarify the teachings on Lincoln has perhaps rarely been more relevant. This study examines his own writings, his public speeches, and the recollections of those who knew him best. …