Abraham Lincoln: I have no purpose, directly or indirectly, to interfere with the institution of slavery in the states where it exists. I

I have no purpose, directly or indirectly, to interfere with the institution of — Abraham Lincoln

I have no purpose, directly or indirectly, to interfere with the institution of slavery in the states where it exists. I believe I have no lawful right to do so, and I have no inclination to do so.

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