[detsaoT]

In any event, the book "The Real Lincoln" gives a VERY solid exposition on the dictatorial stylings of Abraham Lincoln.

Did you know that he had the entire legislature of the State of Maryland arrested, instituted military rule over the state, and confiscated all civilian weapons? That's not exactly a magnanimous move, if I may say so.

I highly recommend picking up a copy, IF AND ONLY if you are a serious student of history. If you're only interested in parroting back the crap they teach in our "education" system today, then don't bother.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0761526463/qid=1129570874/sr=8-1/ref=pd_bbs_1/002-6442340-2000813?v=glance&s=books&n=507846

[Ditto]

In any event, the book "The Real Lincoln" gives a VERY solid exposition on the dictatorial stylings of Abraham Lincoln.

Nonsense. Reading Dlierenzo on Lincoln is like reading Al Frankin on Bush.

[dinoparty]

Ah yes, the 'ole "you are not a serious student of history if you don't agree with me" trick.

[Non-Sequitur]

Did you know that he had the entire legislature of the State of Maryland arrested, instituted military rule over the state, and confiscated all civilian weapons? That's not exactly a magnanimous move, if I may say so.

Did you know that your claim is completely false?