I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts, and beer.
Preserved the Union, ended slavery
I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts, and beer.
Preserved the Union, ended slavery
Attributed, often cited as a humorous addition to a more serious statement.
c. 1860s
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