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Government

Apr. 16, 2015

What would Honest Abe do?

One of the most significant turning points in American history occurred 150 years ago today on April 15, 1865: the assassination death of President Abraham Lincoln.

Michael L. Stern

Judge (ret.)

Harvard Law, Boalt Hall

Judge Stern worked at the CRLA Santa Maria office from 1972 to 1975. He is chair of the Los Angeles County Superior Court Historical Committee.

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One of the most significant turning points in American history occurred 150 years ago today on April 15, 1865: the assassination death of President Abraham Lincoln. Americans confronted by momentous national issues since that fateful day have asked the question, "What would Lincoln do?"

Many have pondered what innate qualities and preparation readied Lincoln to make the strategic decisions that preserved a nation torn by civil war. Perhaps some direction can be found by reference ...

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