Should FDR and all Democrats be forced to read Lincoln writings?

[truth_unadulterated]

Absolutely.

With a "liberal" dose of von Mises and other Austrian School thinkers.

[mommanuke]

Too bad Reagan didn't read it before he took office.

As far as helping the poor and disabled, feel free to adopt one and teach them to read and pay for their reeducation. Let's take it out of government hands.

Edit: Mr. Duck, your comment made me curious so I looked it up. The only way you think this is not Abraham Lincoln is if you went to that quotes website that attributes it to William Boetcker. If you'll check, you find hundreds that attribute it to Lincoln.

[PhilM]

Thats funny...

Because lincoln destroyed half the country to save it. Kinda goes against everything he is saying right there, isn't it?

And people are right, Lincoln never said that. You did try though

William J. H. Boetcker said what you put up there. Not Lincoln.

[nuke_ben_laden]

My favorite President was Jefferson with his limited government view.

This quote from Lincoln just demanded my reading more about another one of America great presidents.

And Amen to your closer. Name one socialistic policy that is working well in this country. The government simply needs a major, major size reduction, across the board and at state and county levels also. The beast is now totally out of control.

[NewbieRepublican]

Well, I'll just call up FDR and let him know what he should be reading, as soon as he finishes his lunch.

"Excuse me, sir, after you finish your brains, I have some reading material for you."

[MreDuck]

LOL

Lincoln did NOT say that

nice try
..pants on fire dude.
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I agree with the many above - dead men don't read
and FDR would know that Lincoln didn't say that
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It was in FACT
Reverend William J.H. Boetcker
that said those lines.

[Onlooker]

There's nothing in that example that Democrats disagree with. The Democrats want to create a more vibrant economy that will not only help the poor, but will create new opportunities for the rich. Most wealthy people would rather pay a few percent more in income tax if it meant new investment opportunities, a healthier and better qualified workforce, and more money in the hands of consumers. Socialism works fine, especially the European models. Even here, most Americans are very happy with socialistic programs like Social Security, Medicare, interstate roads, the military, and other programs we all chip in for.