"We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection. The mystic cords of memory will swell when again touched as surely they will be by the better angels of our nature." The iconic phrase, "better angels of our nature," stated in President Lincoln's Inaugural Address on March 4, 1861, expressed his hope that people will do what is best. A wonderful quote that will be sure to inspire. Perfect for classrooms, teachers, historians, scholars, students and lovers of great oratory...