IN PERSON: Abraham Lincoln's moral certainty and prescient truths are woven into the democratic creed of the American experience: "We the People." This course will explore how Lincoln's unique and complex character made him one of the most revered figures in American history. His moral convictions, vision and determination to abolish slavery shaped his presidency and solidified his place in the nation's democratic ideals. The course will trace Lincoln's early life, the key factors that shaped his personality and his rise to political power. We will examine his moral stance during the Lincoln-Douglas debates and Southern secession, and his leadership during the Civil War that preserved the Union and fought for the freedom, citizenship and voting rights of all Americans. | Lecture + Q&A, Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 40.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
