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Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America

Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America

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In a time when crossing political party lines can seem as treacherous as crossing a fault line during an earthquake, it could be difficult to believe that Abraham Lincoln, in a country even more divided than our contentious present-day one, repeatedly worked with those who disagreed with him. But Lincoln understood that as a politician it was his duty to do whatever was necessary for the betterment of the country, even if that meant reaching across a very perilous aisle. Steve Inskeep demonstrates how the 16th president used his unique brand of political acumen—including humor, storytelling, and self-deprecation—to push his agenda through and reunite a divided nation. 

Recorded on December 20, 2023

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Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America

Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America

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