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When Lincoln ran for president, national campaigning was considered demeaning to the office, but local appearances were acceptable. In this photograph, an enthusiastic crowd gathers in front of Lincoln's home; dressed in a summer-white suit, the candidate stands next to the front door. | |||
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Lincoln
campaign rally in Springfield, Illinois
August 8, 1860 Click
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