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why did Lincoln say I have no purpose directly or indirectly to interfere with the institution of slavery in the States where it exists I believe I have no lawful right to do so and I have no inclanation
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why did Lincoln say I have no purpose directly or indirectly to interfere with the institution of slavery in the States where it exists I believe I have no lawful right to do so and I have no inclanation to do so

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Abe most likely said that, because if he said slavery was wrong at the time people would disagree and go against him which is very sad but true. 
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