Don’t ever forget that Lincoln lost many of his several political races. He served one term as a Rep in the Illinois legislature and one as an Illinois Congressman. He then won the Presidency. Losing many battles in the Civil War, he preserved the Union, freed the slaves, and strengthened America’s foundation.

American’s greatest leaders have a tendency to possess great determination, they face insurmountable odds, and suffer tremendous defeats. They have a tendency to prevail and earn victory.