Life and Works of Abraham Lincoln/Volume 3/I Am Humble Abraham Lincoln
"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.