Abraham Lincoln
How did Lincoln balance morals and politics?
4.2 (19)
29 mins
Discover how Lincoln dealt with the challenges of slavery, balancing his moral beliefs with the need for political support. Learn about his speeches which aimed to unite the nation and their impact on his popularity. Explore how Lincoln's personal and political choices shaped his legacy.
Ep 1:
The Man Behind the Marble Statue
Beyond the monument lies a calculating politician, devoted scholar, and misunderstood husband—explore the contradictions that made Lincoln risk everything on principle, love, and slow-burning moral progress.
Ep 2:
Disappointing Everyone, Winning the War
From a secret midnight train dodging assassins to an inaugural speech that satisfied no one, discover how Lincoln's cautious words masked a bold redefinition of freedom itself.
Ep 3:
Words, Silence, and a Fatal Night
A masterful letter, Seward's calculated silence, and Lincoln's unexpectedly joyful final evening collide in this haunting look at power, patience, and the tragedy that awaited at Ford's Theatre.
Discussions (19)
Ashley
Level 4 · 10 mo agoDid he really wear a kilt?
Maximus
Level 10 · 10 mo agoUsing work to avoid your wife is 100% dysfunctional.
Robert
Level 10 · 10 mo agoLearning Euclid to avoid the wife? Classic move.
