I do not regard the Negro as my equal, and positively deny that he is my brother, or any kin to me whatever.


Lincoln-Douglas Debates (21 August 1858).

First Debate: Ottawa, Illinois - Lincoln Home National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)[nps.gov]

Stephen A. Douglas Quotes

I do not regard the Negro as my equal, and positively deny that he is my brother, or any kin to me whatever.

I do not regard the Negro as my equal, and positively deny that he is my brother, or any kin to me whatever.

I do not regard the Negro as my equal, and positively deny that he is my brother, or any kin to me whatever.

I do not regard the Negro as my equal, and positively deny that he is my brother, or any kin to me whatever.