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Abraham Lincoln's Speech on the Repeal of the Missouri Compromise

Ep. 202212
62 minute listen

Join us as we dissect Abraham Lincoln's speech on the Repeal of the Missouri Compromise.

This is the first of two podcast episodes that explore Abraham Lincoln’s unmatched understanding of American political principles.  For this session, we will be focusing on Document 4 – The Peoria Address.  Join us as we dissect the extent to which Lincoln’s views of emancipation and the potential success of a multi-racial society evolved throughout the course of his political career.

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