In this first foray into politics, Lincoln also pledged that if his opinions on any subject turned out to be erroneous, he stood "ready to renounce them." With this commitment, Lincoln revealed early on a quality that would characterize his leadership for the rest of his life-a willingness to acknowledge errors and learn from his mistakes.
( Doris Kearns Goodwin )
[ Leadership: In Turbulent Times ]
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