Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/the-parallels-between-the-worlds-of-lincoln-and-obama Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The parallels between the worlds of Lincoln and Obama Nation Oct 31, 2013 5:49 PM EDT Journalist and author Kevin Peraino argues that there are many parallels to the challenges that faced Abraham Lincoln in the mid-19th century and those facing President Barack Obama today. NewsHour Weekend anchor Hari Sreenivasan talks to Peraino about his new book, “Lincoln in the World,” and how Lincoln balanced pragmatism and idealism to his benefit as a leader. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
Journalist and author Kevin Peraino argues that there are many parallels to the challenges that faced Abraham Lincoln in the mid-19th century and those facing President Barack Obama today. NewsHour Weekend anchor Hari Sreenivasan talks to Peraino about his new book, “Lincoln in the World,” and how Lincoln balanced pragmatism and idealism to his benefit as a leader. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now