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“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”
Abraham Lincoln
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“The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in times of great moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.”
John F. Kennedy
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Abraham Lincoln certainly understood the hearts of men.
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Yes, he did.
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PS, I just finished reading The Red Badge of Courage. I found it deeply engaging. It really made me feel quite sick when I was reading it, as if I was there during the featured scenes of death. Have you read it? What are your thoughts on this book?
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Great quotes, Charles 😀
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Thank you!
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Thank you, these quote are so strong and inspiring.
I feel the truth in each.
Miriam
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Miriam, you are very welcome.
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a good time for these
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Yes, it is.
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I like how Lincoln frames power as a test of a person’s character.
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I agree. I believe that power demonstrates the core of a person.
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Thanks so much. Love Lincoln’s quote.
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You are very welcome.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thank you!
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Happy to share these, My Friend!!
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I always appreciate it.
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Excellent quotations, Charles!
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Jennie, thank you!
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You’re welcome, Charles!
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Very inspiring, Charles! Thank you very much! Michael
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Michael, you are very welcome.
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Thank you very much, Charles ! Have a beautiful Friday, and a good start into the weekend! Michael
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Michael, you are very welcome, and I wish you the same.
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Thank you, Charles! 🙂
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Michael, you are very welcome.
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Thank you very much, Charles! Very appreciated. Have a beautiful week. Michael
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Michael, you are very welcome, and have a great week!
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Obama’s quote is the best!
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Yes!
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