FBL : Our Billboards

COMMENTS ON THIS BILLBOARD

Jan 31, 2008

>> Lincoln is right--I myself believe that if one knows he or she can change something for the better, that person must continue trying even though he or she has failed many times. I am a student who has run for student government many times and lost. But the fact I was elected in my class and organization, even though I lost when I ran for higher positions in the student government, I believe one day I will make a change and I know that I persisted. Failure must not stop a person, it must be the gas to try again. Ian A.,

Nov 16, 2007

>> Among all of the people I appreciate, he is one of the most because he truly lived his dreams. Johnson K., Moshi, Tanzania

Nov 2, 2007

>> I saw this billboard on IN-38 just east of town, and I immediately went into sappy guy mode, with the lump in my throat and watering eyes and all. I even took my little girl by it so she could see it herself. Lincoln never gave up, and he sacrificed ALL just to make life better for us all. Thank you SO much. Scott C., New Castle, Indiana, USA

Oct 13, 2007

>> I am from Chicago and saw your billboard on the highway to Indiana. I had tears in my eyes when I saw it. Excellent work, keep it up please. Chris S., Chicago, Illinois, USA

Sep 29, 2007

>> I appreciate his work. Johnson, Moshi, Tanzania

Sep 23, 2007

>> This incredible man made a better life possible for all of us. Though he suffered mightily from depression, he did not let it defeat him. In doing the right thing, he helped this nation endure. An admirable man and an excellent choice. Thank you. Pat F., New Jersey, USA

Sep 22, 2007

>> I first started taking note of your billboards around Los Angeles about a year ago. To me, they cut through A LOT of clutter. While achieving things I thought I never would, low self esteem and self doubt kind of dulls them. However, your billboards helps bring back some of the shine. Eric J., Laguna Niguel, California USA

Sep 21, 2007

>> A friend of mine gave a site and from there I went to your site-FBL. One thing led to the other and so on, now I have landed on the billboard page. Very interesting and inspiringâ€”more so than any other thing. Abraham Lincoln has ever been my hero and from him I have learnt that through persistence one can achieve whatever he desires. Adeyinka A., Lagos, Nigeria.

Aug 29, 2007

>> I am going through a rough time right now. I have seen your billboards before but in looking at your website. This helps me in my fight against my addiction. Nick S., Minneapolis, Minnesota USA

Aug 1, 2007

>> A man like him should be honored. I salute him! ruokuovikho dominic, nagaland( india)

Jul 23, 2007

>> As I was wondering through my day, looking for inspiration I came across this ad. In an instant I was moved and charged to continue. It was a blessing because I had lost my inspiration, my hope and my persistence. Seeing Abraham lincon reminded me of the wonders we all have inside of ourselves if we just believe. Thanks for the inspiration and the energy to continue Johanna P, Baltimore, MD

May 30, 2007

>> WOW, Abraham Lincoln dead on April 15,1965. And he was a clever right leader. Megan L.,

May 17, 2007

>> This one is awesome! My son is a quadriplegic from a diving accident and he loves Abe Lincoln and his perseverance! Thank you! Sherri S, Indiana

Apr 27, 2007

>> Absolutely my favorite billboard of all time. The Lincoln life story is so powerful that is should be required reading for every child. Ned R, Austin, Texas

Apr 16, 2007

>> Important is not how many times you fail... important is how many times you stand up. I like him lots. Taizo K, Japan

Apr 14, 2007

>> After a very long flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta, your billboard featuring Abraham Lincoln caught my sleepy tired eyes and woke me up with a great sense of encouragement and hope and persistence. That sent me to visit your website and I have done that several times after and even today too. Well Done for your great work of encouraging and impacting not just America but the world. Ray M, Botswana, Southern Africa

Apr 12, 2007

>> Saw your billboard at Newark Airport. It made an impact. Now I'm a fan and promoter of your site. Great work. Ronald A, New York, USA

Apr 3, 2007

>> Your billboards first appeared to us like a beacon from the blight of I-95 in a very run down part of Bridgeport, CT. Every time I drove by, I looked at the Lincoln billboard amazed and silently praying that every car driving by would see it and take it to heart the way my family has. My elementary aged children learned the word persistence from this billboard and we talk about it and use it every day from memorizing math facts, playing catch and even trying to behave! Lorien T., Atlanta, GA

Mar 20, 2007

>> My life has seriously gotten better because of your billboards. The one that I think about everyday is the Abe Lincoln, "..failed, failed, failed, and then.." The first time I saw it I had tears in my eyes, because I realized that even though I may not be succeeding now, if I am persistent I will reach my goal.

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Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States of America. He guided the United States through the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, which freed slaves in the Confederate States. The Emancipation Proclamation led to the adoption of the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution which abolished slavery throughout the U.S.

President Lincoln came from humble beginnings. He was born on February 12, 1809 and though Abraham had no formal schooling, he loved to read. Abraham’s passion was in government and law so he studied law informally and passed the bar examination in 1836.

Lincoln first ran for public office in the Illinois State Legislature in 1832, but was defeated. He persevered and ran again in 1834. He served four consecutive terms in the State Legislature before practicing law full-time. In 1846, he re-entered politics and was elected to U.S. House of Representatives. After losing his re-election, Lincoln practiced law until he ran for the U.S. Senate in 1854 and lost. Lincoln lost again in 1855 for a different Senate seat. However he gained national recognition and was nominated to run for President in 1860.

President Lincoln was elected but before he took the oath of office on March 4, 1861, several southern states seceded from the United States. He raised an army following the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter and fought to save the United States as a union. President Lincoln was re-elected in 1864 and oversaw the Confederate States surrender on April 9, 1865. He proposed a speedy reunion between the Northern and Southern States, but was shot by John Wilkes Booth on April 14 at Ford’s Theatre. President Lincoln died the morning of April 15, 1865.