Abraham Lincoln and the Struggle for Democracy - A Lens on Present Day America

Explore Abraham Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War and its relevance to modern America in this Aspen Ideas Festival talk by Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Jon Meacham. Delve into Lincoln's unwavering commitment to democratic principles and how his approach to balancing complexities can inform current challenges. Gain insights on the parallels between Lincoln's era and contemporary America, examining the role of information dissemination, abolitionist movements, and crucial decision-making in times of national crisis. Discover connections between Lincoln and other influential leaders like FDR, and understand how historical perspectives can shed light on present-day political and social issues.

Introduction
Why a book on Lincoln
Perry meets Tim McGraw
The 2016 election
The Civil War
Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
Antislavery Baptists
Information Super Highway
Abolitionist Press
Making the Right Choice
Lincoln and FDR
The Crittenden Compromise
Dark Times
Thought Simple
Chris Gates
Sue
Bruce Heyman
Susan Silver
John Michaelson