Mary Todd Lincoln quotes

Mary Todd Lincoln was the First Lady of the United States as the wife of President Abraham Lincoln. Known for her intelligence and strong opinions, she played a significant role during a turbulent time in American history. She faced personal tragedies and public scrutiny, but her resilience left a lasting mark on the nation. Here are 5 of her quotes:

Others live on in a careless and lukewarm state - not appearing to fill Longfellow's measure: 'Into each life, some rain must fall.'

Mary Todd Lincoln

If you keep making jokes like that, somebody is going to shoot you, father.

Mary Todd Lincoln

Clouds and darkness surround us, yet Heaven is just, and the day of triumph will surely come, when justice and truth will be vindicated.

Mary Todd Lincoln

I don't think I'm allowed to talk about that. It is definitely not me. The role has been cast.

Mary Todd Lincoln