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Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was created to "make the end of slavery permanent" (Stone). Instead of just saying he would and having strong moral beliefs, Lincoln stood up and made a difference against the shock and outcry of the public. Even after his death, Lincoln's impact continued on when all Reconstruction Amendments were passed, making "permanent the freedoms that were hard fought and won in the Civil War" (Stone). The rights in these amendments are still crucial and prevalent to this very moment. Lincoln "made liberty and freedom a reality for all Americans, not just a few" (Stone). Having a basis and evidence for his beliefs, and acting on them against a multitude of barriers, truly makes Abraham Lincoln a very strong leader.
Abraham Lincoln's efforts have had a lasting effect, and will continue to do so for years to come. Compared to both Thomas Jefferson and George Washington's efforts, two highly influental founding fathers, Lincoln still is undoubtedly the strongest. Due to his pioneering leadership, honest beliefs, and firm action even in the most difficult times, Lincoln's past proves that he is the strongest