Thinking about why Lincoln was "most pleased" with his debate with Douglas at Ottawa
Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809 in Hodgenville, Kentucky. He is best known for his immense impact in leading our nation through a civil war and for ultimately abolishing slavery.
Explore these articles, commentaries, and resources on the African-American experience in honor of Black History Month.
Diana Schaub delivered a lecture at Harvard's Program on Constitutionalism and Democracy last fall.