Biography #2: Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States of America. He is considered one of the best presidents ever, along with George Washington. Lincoln is most famous for his signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, which ended slavery in the USA. Although the news did not reach everyone right away, the Emancipation Proclamation is one of the most important things in USA history. His Vice President was Hannibal Hamlin. Andrew Johnson replaced Hamlin in 1865. Lincoln served as president from 1861-1865, before being assassinated by John Wilkes Booth. He was 56 years old when he died at 7:22 AM on April 15, 1865.

Who do you think was/is the best president in USA history?

 

 



The Presidential Election

Today is November 6, and that means it is the Presidential Election! We might elect a new president today, but if we do, they will not take office until January 20, 2013. If we elect a new president, that means that Mitt Romney wins. If we don't get a new president, that means that Barack Obama will still be president. There are other elections today too. They include the Congress and the House of Representatives. Did you know that all spots in the House of Representatives are up for grabs?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who do you want to win the election?