In Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address, he says "with malice toward none, with charity for all..." What does this quote reveal about Lincoln's attitude toward the South?

a. forgiveness
b. hatred
c. indifference
d. envy

1 answer

The quote "with malice toward none, with charity for all" from Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address reveals Lincoln's attitude of forgiveness towards the South. Therefore, the correct answer is (a) forgiveness.