EARLY SPEECHES
(1832–1856)
"I Am Humble Abraham Lincoln."
Announcement of His Candidacy for the State Legislature. About March 1, 1832.
Fellow-Citizens: I presume you all know who I am. I am humble Abraham Lincoln. I have been solicited by many friends to become a candidate for the Legislature. My politics are short and sweet, like the old woman's dance. I am in favor of a national bank. I am in favor of the internal improvement system, and a high protective tariff. These are my sentiments and political principles. If elected, I shall be thankful; if not it will be all the same.
The Improvement of Sangamon River.
An Address Delivered in Candidacy for the State Legislature. About March 1, 1832.[1]
Fellow-Citizens: Having become a candidate for the honorable office of one of your representatives in the next General Assembly of this State,
- ↑ This address was printed and distributed as a handbill. It excited much interest among Lincoln's pro-
