Which of the following expressed the main message of Abraham Lincoln's second inaugural speech?
A) "Thus always to tyrants"
B) "With malice toward none"
C) "Treason must be made odious"
D) "traitors must be punished"

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The main message of Abraham Lincoln's second inaugural speech was one of reconciliation and healing after the divisive Civil War. The phrase "with malice toward none" emphasized Lincoln's desire to forgive those who had fought against him and to work towards reuniting the country. The other options (A, C, and D) all relate to punishment and retribution, which goes against the spirit of Lincoln's speech.

Which of the Following Expressed the Main Message of Abraham