Podcasts about Edwin Stanton

In the first half, author John Koerner joined guest host Richard Syrett (Twitter) to discuss the untold history surrounding the assassinations of four US presidents—Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy.Koerner highlighted lesser-known details about Lincoln's assassination, noting that John Wilkes Booth carried two Derringers, though only one is officially documented. Booth may have deliberately bought the weapon from a Philadelphia dealer named Abraham on Lincoln's birthday. He suggested Booth had ties to the Confederate Secret Service in Canada, possibly with British involvement, and questioned why this link isn't widely discussed. Koerner also examined security lapses, particularly Lincoln's guard's failure, and theories about Edwin Stanton aiding Booth's escape. Rumors persist that Booth survived rather than dying in a Virginia barn, he noted. Koerner speculated that Lincoln's second term could have advanced civil rights, potentially preventing the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.He argued that Garfield's assassination, though often overlooked, was pivotal in American history. A Civil War veteran, Garfield aimed to advance civil rights and reform corruption. His assassin, Charles Guiteau, used a British Bulldog revolver, but four of five bullets were defective. The weapon later vanished, fueling cover-up theories, Koerner revealed. Guiteau may have been manipulated by political forces, as Garfield's aides received a warning three days prior. Koerner suggested that figures like Senator Roscoe Conkling, who opposed Garfield's reforms, may have benefited from his death. Garfield's survival could have reshaped American democracy by revitalizing Reconstruction and dismantling corrupt political machines.Koerner drew parallels between McKinley's assassination and those of Garfield and JFK, noting all three could have survived without a second shot. McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz, who had mysteriously acquired large sums of money before the attack. Suspicious elements include a man known only as "the Italian" distracting security and the disappearance of key photographic evidence and the murder weapon, he explained. Koerner pointed out that McKinley's pro-business stance made him a target, as his successor, Theodore Roosevelt, aggressively pursued trust-busting and foreign policy changes, hinting that McKinley's death may have shifted America's direction.Regarding JFK's assassination, Koerner questioned the official narrative, particularly the rifle used. Initial reports identified a German Mauser, later changed to an Italian Mannlicher-Carcano, which was adjusted for a left-handed shooter, though Lee Harvey Oswald was right-handed. The timeline of Oswald's actions is also disputed, as he was inside a theater when Officer J.D. Tippit was killed. A paraffin test found no gunpowder on Oswald's cheek, suggesting he hadn't fired a rifle. Koerner linked Kennedy's death to conflicts with financial and oil interests, comparing it to Lincoln and Jackson's opposition to centralized banking, implying JFK was targeted for political and economic reasons rather than by a lone gunman.

In the first half, author John Koerner joined guest host Richard Syrett (Twitter) to discuss the untold history surrounding the assassinations of four US presidents—Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy.Koerner highlighted lesser-known details about Lincoln's assassination, noting that John Wilkes Booth carried two Derringers, though only one is officially documented. Booth may have deliberately bought the weapon from a Philadelphia dealer named Abraham on Lincoln's birthday. He suggested Booth had ties to the Confederate Secret Service in Canada, possibly with British involvement, and questioned why this link isn't widely discussed. Koerner also examined security lapses, particularly Lincoln's guard's failure, and theories about Edwin Stanton aiding Booth's escape. Rumors persist that Booth survived rather than dying in a Virginia barn, he noted. Koerner speculated that Lincoln's second term could have advanced civil rights, potentially preventing the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.He argued that Garfield's assassination, though often overlooked, was pivotal in American history. A Civil War veteran, Garfield aimed to advance civil rights and reform corruption. His assassin, Charles Guiteau, used a British Bulldog revolver, but four of five bullets were defective. The weapon later vanished, fueling cover-up theories, Koerner revealed. Guiteau may have been manipulated by political forces, as Garfield's aides received a warning three days prior. Koerner suggested that figures like Senator Roscoe Conkling, who opposed Garfield's reforms, may have benefited from his death. Garfield's survival could have reshaped American democracy by revitalizing Reconstruction and dismantling corrupt political machines.Koerner drew parallels between McKinley's assassination and those of Garfield and JFK, noting all three could have survived without a second shot. McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz, who had mysteriously acquired large sums of money before the attack. Suspicious elements include a man known only as "the Italian" distracting security and the disappearance of key photographic evidence and the murder weapon, he explained. Koerner pointed out that McKinley's pro-business stance made him a target, as his successor, Theodore Roosevelt, aggressively pursued trust-busting and foreign policy changes, hinting that McKinley's death may have shifted America's direction.Regarding JFK's assassination, Koerner questioned the official narrative, particularly the rifle used. Initial reports identified a German Mauser, later changed to an Italian Mannlicher-Carcano, which was adjusted for a left-handed shooter, though Lee Harvey Oswald was right-handed. The timeline of Oswald's actions is also disputed, as he was inside a theater when Officer J.D. Tippit was killed. A paraffin test found no gunpowder on Oswald's cheek, suggesting he hadn't fired a rifle. Koerner linked Kennedy's death to conflicts with financial and oil interests, comparing it to Lincoln and Jackson's opposition to centralized banking, implying JFK was targeted for political and economic reasons rather than by a lone gunman.

In the first half, author John Koerner joined guest host Richard Syrett (Twitter) to discuss the untold history surrounding the assassinations of four US presidents—Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy.Koerner highlighted lesser-known details about Lincoln's assassination, noting that John Wilkes Booth carried two Derringers, though only one is officially documented. Booth may have deliberately bought the weapon from a Philadelphia dealer named Abraham on Lincoln's birthday. He suggested Booth had ties to the Confederate Secret Service in Canada, possibly with British involvement, and questioned why this link isn't widely discussed. Koerner also examined security lapses, particularly Lincoln's guard's failure, and theories about Edwin Stanton aiding Booth's escape. Rumors persist that Booth survived rather than dying in a Virginia barn, he noted. Koerner speculated that Lincoln's second term could have advanced civil rights, potentially preventing the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.He argued that Garfield's assassination, though often overlooked, was pivotal in American history. A Civil War veteran, Garfield aimed to advance civil rights and reform corruption. His assassin, Charles Guiteau, used a British Bulldog revolver, but four of five bullets were defective. The weapon later vanished, fueling cover-up theories, Koerner revealed. Guiteau may have been manipulated by political forces, as Garfield's aides received a warning three days prior. Koerner suggested that figures like Senator Roscoe Conkling, who opposed Garfield's reforms, may have benefited from his death. Garfield's survival could have reshaped American democracy by revitalizing Reconstruction and dismantling corrupt political machines.Koerner drew parallels between McKinley's assassination and those of Garfield and JFK, noting all three could have survived without a second shot. McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz, who had mysteriously acquired large sums of money before the attack. Suspicious elements include a man known only as "the Italian" distracting security and the disappearance of key photographic evidence and the murder weapon, he explained. Koerner pointed out that McKinley's pro-business stance made him a target, as his successor, Theodore Roosevelt, aggressively pursued trust-busting and foreign policy changes, hinting that McKinley's death may have shifted America's direction.Regarding JFK's assassination, Koerner questioned the official narrative, particularly the rifle used. Initial reports identified a German Mauser, later changed to an Italian Mannlicher-Carcano, which was adjusted for a left-handed shooter, though Lee Harvey Oswald was right-handed. The timeline of Oswald's actions is also disputed, as he was inside a theater when Officer J.D. Tippit was killed. A paraffin test found no gunpowder on Oswald's cheek, suggesting he hadn't fired a rifle. Koerner linked Kennedy's death to conflicts with financial and oil interests, comparing it to Lincoln and Jackson's opposition to centralized banking, implying JFK was targeted for political and economic reasons rather than by a lone gunman.

In the first half, author John Koerner joined guest host Richard Syrett (Twitter) to discuss the untold history surrounding the assassinations of four US presidents—Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy.Koerner highlighted lesser-known details about Lincoln's assassination, noting that John Wilkes Booth carried two Derringers, though only one is officially documented. Booth may have deliberately bought the weapon from a Philadelphia dealer named Abraham on Lincoln's birthday. He suggested Booth had ties to the Confederate Secret Service in Canada, possibly with British involvement, and questioned why this link isn't widely discussed. Koerner also examined security lapses, particularly Lincoln's guard's failure, and theories about Edwin Stanton aiding Booth's escape. Rumors persist that Booth survived rather than dying in a Virginia barn, he noted. Koerner speculated that Lincoln's second term could have advanced civil rights, potentially preventing the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.He argued that Garfield's assassination, though often overlooked, was pivotal in American history. A Civil War veteran, Garfield aimed to advance civil rights and reform corruption. His assassin, Charles Guiteau, used a British Bulldog revolver, but four of five bullets were defective. The weapon later vanished, fueling cover-up theories, Koerner revealed. Guiteau may have been manipulated by political forces, as Garfield's aides received a warning three days prior. Koerner suggested that figures like Senator Roscoe Conkling, who opposed Garfield's reforms, may have benefited from his death. Garfield's survival could have reshaped American democracy by revitalizing Reconstruction and dismantling corrupt political machines.Koerner drew parallels between McKinley's assassination and those of Garfield and JFK, noting all three could have survived without a second shot. McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz, who had mysteriously acquired large sums of money before the attack. Suspicious elements include a man known only as "the Italian" distracting security and the disappearance of key photographic evidence and the murder weapon, he explained. Koerner pointed out that McKinley's pro-business stance made him a target, as his successor, Theodore Roosevelt, aggressively pursued trust-busting and foreign policy changes, hinting that McKinley's death may have shifted America's direction.Regarding JFK's assassination, Koerner questioned the official narrative, particularly the rifle used. Initial reports identified a German Mauser, later changed to an Italian Mannlicher-Carcano, which was adjusted for a left-handed shooter, though Lee Harvey Oswald was right-handed. The timeline of Oswald's actions is also disputed, as he was inside a theater when Officer J.D. Tippit was killed. A paraffin test found no gunpowder on Oswald's cheek, suggesting he hadn't fired a rifle. Koerner linked Kennedy's death to conflicts with financial and oil interests, comparing it to Lincoln and Jackson's opposition to centralized banking, implying JFK was targeted for political and economic reasons rather than by a lone gunman.

Emmy, WGA, and PGA award-nominated creator, showrunner, writer, and executive producer Monica Beletsky has become known in the entertainment industry through the dynamic characters and projects she has helped bring to life. Beletsky has worked on over 130 episodes of ensemble dramas, with three series landing on various critics "Best Television" lists. Beletsky is set to debut as the creator, showrunner, and executive producer for the Apple TV+ limited true crime/drama series "Manhunt." "Manhunt," a seven part limited true crime/drama series, portrays the investigation of one of the most widely known crimes but least understood cases; President Abraham Lincoln's assassination. The series follows Lincoln's war secretary and friend Edwin Stanton, played by Emmy Award-winning actor Tobias Menzies ("The Crown"), who was driven by his quest to catch assassin John Wilkes Booth and to carry out Lincoln's legacy. The series also stars Anthony Boyle, Lovie Simone, Will Harrison, Matt Walsh, Brandon Flynn, Hamish Linklater, and Patton Oswalt. Beletsky set out to tell the investigation with a compelling range of characters from a conspiracy and true crime perspective, breathing new life into the Lincoln assassination story. "Manhunt" made its global debut on Apple TV+ in 2024. Aside from "Manhunt," Beletsky is well known in the industry for her roles as writer/producer on the third season of the Emmy Award nominated FX series "Fargo." The series was met with critical praise and went on to receive multiple nominations during its third season including 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations. As the only woman writer/producer nominated in her category at the time, Beletsky received a shared nomination for Outstanding Limited Series for a Limited Series or a Movie. She also went on to receive a Writers' Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Long Form and PGA Award nomination for Outstanding Producer of Long-Form Television for her time on the series. https://x.com/monicabeletsky Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned author James Perloff returns to Paratruther to unravel the enigmatic web surrounding the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. With insights from his latest book, "Official Myths of the Lincoln Assassination," Perloff, joined by co-host Mr. Anderson and the legendary Don Jeffries, dives deep into the complexities and misconceptions of this historical event. Sparked by meticulous archival research from Otto Eisenschiml  and modern analysis by Don Thomas, Perloff shows how their findings stand strong against mainstream historical attempts at debunking.Our conversation scrutinizes the biases of today's historians and revisits Edwin Stanton's potential involvement in orchestrating Lincoln's assassination. By comparing Lincoln's murder to other historical enigmas like the JFK assassination, we uncover layers of conspiracy theories involving secret societies and suspicious actions post-Lincoln's death. We also discuss controversial exhumations and how historical figures from John Wilkes Booth to Dr. Samuel Mudd continue to shape narratives today.We further explore the far-reaching implications of Lincoln's controversial financial decisions, including his issuance of greenbacks, and how these may have angered the banking elite of his time. Perloff and Jeffries provide a nuanced discussion around Lincoln's character and legacy, questioning the integrity of established narratives. Tune in to connect the historical dots and understand how these events influence our present and future, revealing a trajectory towards global consolidation.

In this episode, we're diving deep into the gripping historical drama 'MANHUNT' — and we're here to give you our assessment to help you decide if it should be on your watchlist for the weekend! Join us as hosts Jonathan (@BeardedBlevins) & Katie (@MrsRuvi) peel back the layers of the series while providing commentary from our experience as parents — and delve into the intense search led by Edwin Stanton for John Wilkes Booth following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. We're going to explore whether the series' dramatic and historical themes, including depictions of violence and suspense, are truly appropriate for young audiences. We'll also discuss how parents might approach this series with these considerations in mind. Tune in to find out whether 'MANHUNT' is a suitable addition to your kids' or teenagers' content diet!

This Day in Legal History: President Johnson AcquittedOn May 16, 1868, a significant moment in U.S. legal and political history occurred when President Andrew Johnson was acquitted in his impeachment trial. Johnson, who had ascended to the presidency following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, was charged with high crimes and misdemeanors, primarily stemming from his violations of the Tenure of Office Act. This law, which was later repealed, had been designed to restrict the power of the President to remove certain officeholders without the Senate's approval.The crux of the case against Johnson was his attempt to remove Edwin Stanton, the Secretary of War, without Senate consent, which ignited a fierce political battle with the Radical Republicans who dominated Congress. These lawmakers sought a stricter Reconstruction of the Southern states following the Civil War, a process Johnson had obstructed through his lenient policies towards the former Confederate states.The impeachment trial in the Senate was a closely watched affair, reflecting deep national divisions during a tumultuous period in American history. Johnson narrowly escaped removal from office by one vote, securing a "not guilty" verdict with a tally of 35-19, just shy of the two-thirds majority required for conviction.This verdict had lasting implications for the balance of power between the presidency and Congress, highlighting the complexities of presidential impeachment. Johnson's trial set a significant precedent, establishing that political disagreements alone were not sufficient grounds for removal from office under the Constitution. This event remains a pivotal chapter in the saga of American governance and legal standards, underscoring the enduring struggle over the limits of presidential authority.Ghostwriting in legal briefs refers to the practice where an experienced attorney, often a specialist in Supreme Court matters, writes or significantly contributes to a brief without their name appearing on the document. This tactic is predominantly used in opposition briefs—the documents that argue why the Supreme Court should not agree to hear a particular case. The strategy behind ghostwriting is to leverage the expertise of seasoned Supreme Court advocates without drawing attention to the case with a high-profile name. This can make the brief more persuasive without signaling that the case might be significant enough to warrant the Court's attention.Despite there being no explicit rules against ghostwriting in court documents, and the American Bar Association deeming it ethically permissible under certain circumstances, the practice has sparked debate. Critics, like law professor Daniel Epps, argue that it might be seen as misleading because it intentionally hides the involvement of influential lawyers to influence the Court's decisions indirectly. Advocates of transparency suggest that disclosing all authors of a brief could lead to more informed decision-making by the justices.However, some legal experts argue that ghostwriting is detectable by justices familiar with the distinct writing styles and argumentative structures typical of veteran Supreme Court lawyers. This recognition could potentially undermine the purpose of ghostwriting by making the justices aware of the underlying significance and expert handling of the case. Despite these concerns, ghostwriting remains a utilized, albeit controversial, tactic in the strategic presentation of cases to the Supreme Court.Ghostwriters Try Steering Supreme Court Justices Away from CasesQuinn Emanuel, a prominent law firm, has integrated an AI-powered tool from Pre/Dicta to predict judicial decisions in litigation cases, enhancing strategic planning and case management. The tool, developed by Pre/Dicta—a company specializing in judicial analytics—utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze various judge-specific factors such as age, gender, education, and net worth, which the company's CEO, Dan Rabinowitz, suggests, in reporting by Bloomberg Law, influence decision-making. This predictive capability is seen as critical for litigators, akin to writing briefs.The technology is designed to anticipate judges' rulings on various motions including summary judgments, class certifications, and venue transfers with an impressive accuracy of about 85%, as evidenced by tests on 50,000 cases. Ryan Landes, a partner at Quinn Emanuel, highlights the strategic advantage this provides, potentially altering the cost-benefit analysis of legal actions based on predicted outcomes.Currently, the tool is used only for analyzing federal court cases, with plans to expand to state court cases, starting with California. This AI application underscores the broader trend of law firms leveraging new technologies to improve efficiency and decision-making.Quinn Emanuel Adopts AI-Powered Tool to Predict Judicial RulingsFederal lawmakers have begun efforts to repeal a new rule by the Department of Labor (DOL) that broadens the definition of a fiduciary, impacting more financial advisors. This rule, finalized in April, extends fiduciary responsibilities to include advice on rolling over 401(k) funds into annuities and individual retirement accounts. Critics, including some Wall Street firms and life insurers, argue that this rule could hinder their ability to earn commissions and offer services, potentially complicating retirement planning for individuals.The resolution to overturn the rule is led by Senators Ted Budd, Bill Cassidy, Joe Manchin, and Roger Marshall, along with support in the House from Representatives Rick Allen and Virginia Foxx. They claim the rule constitutes executive overreach and could limit consumers' financial management options and access to advice, risking their future financial security.The rule is already facing legal challenges from the insurance industry, which seeks to prevent its enforcement through a lawsuit filed under the Administrative Procedure Act. This legal action requests both a preliminary and permanent injunction against the rule.The process to repeal the rule involves a Congressional Review Act (CRA) procedure, where Congress, after receiving a report from the Labor Department, has 60 days to pass a joint resolution of disapproval. If passed, this would proceed to President Joe Biden's desk, where he is likely to veto it based on previous actions, such as his veto of a resolution against the DOL's ESG rule in March 2023. However, there remains a possibility for Congress to override such a veto.Biden 401(k) Advice Rule Repeal Effort Begins in Congress (2)Boeing Co. is facing significant scrutiny from shareholders at its annual meeting on May 17, reflecting deep dissatisfaction with the company's management and response to ongoing safety issues with its jets. Shareholders, advised by proxy-voting firms Glass Lewis and Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS), are particularly critical of Boeing's board and executive compensation, signaling discontent with how the company has addressed the systemic safety failures that have plagued its newer aircraft models.Glass Lewis has recommended voting against the reelection of certain board members, including those leading the audit and aerospace safety committees, due to their perceived failure in overseeing necessary safety improvements. Additionally, ISS has advised shareholders to reject the outgoing CEO Dave Calhoun's pay package, which saw a substantial increase despite the company's troubling safety record and operational challenges. This package includes a significant bonus that coincided with additional safety incidents, raising concerns about the misalignment between executive compensation and company performance.The dissatisfaction comes amid a backdrop of operational failures that have not only affected Boeing's share price, which has dropped significantly, but also raised potential for criminal prosecution due to violations of a deferred-prosecution agreement related to past crashes. These ongoing issues, coupled with a wave of executive retirements, including that of CEO Calhoun, suggest a tumultuous period for Boeing.Despite the likelihood that the board members and executive pay proposals will pass, a substantial number of dissenting votes would highlight the shaky confidence investors have in the current leadership's ability to turn around the company's fortunes and address its safety culture effectively. This climate of uncertainty could also impact Boeing's ability to attract a capable successor for Calhoun, as potential candidates may be deterred by the reputational risks and scrutinized compensation involved.Boeing Safety Woes Fuel Opposition to CEO's Pay, Board Make-Up Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Edwin Stanton is perhaps best known as the man who oversaw the hunt for President Abraham Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth. The lawyer turned Secretary of War dealt with his fair share of heartache and uncertainty, but as I will cover in this episode, he was the right man at the right time. For show notes, source material, or ways you can support the show, head over to the website at www.civicsandcoffee.com

How much do we really know about the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln? That's a question Tobias Menzies hopes to answer in Apple TV+'s ‘Manhunt' (March 15). “The thing that really struck me was the newness of the nation, that it wasn't really all knitted together properly, it was still so raw.” Menzies plays Edwin Stanton, the U.S. Secretary of War under Lincoln, as he leads the manhunt for John Wilkes Booth. As a Brit, Menzies says “it's not without its trepidation to take on these important figures in your country's history,” but that he hopes “to bring enough insight, and maybe some of that is about being an outsider.” The show, which leans “toward the conspiracy political, crime thriller sort of genre,” is also surprisingly timely. “The political and physical reality of the United States is a sort of a given now. It was interesting putting ourselves back into a world where that's not a given ... and the danger is that the tide will significantly turn in a different direction if [Stanton] isn't able to resist the forces that have committed that deed.” Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. While you're there, subscribe to Newsweek's ‘For the Culture newsletter. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ian and Hannah review the biggest new shows on UK streaming platforms for the week beginning Friday 15th March, including:Part historical fiction, part conspiracy thriller, Edwin Stanton delves into the aftermath of the first American presidential assassination-and the fight to preserve and protect the ideals that were the foundation of Lincoln's Reconstruction plans, in Apple TV's Manhunt.Kerry Godliman returns as the restauranteur turned detective in the third season of British seaside crime drama Whitstable Pearl on Acorn TV.Following the attempts of a woman to remain sober when she returns to Dublin after years of partying in London, The Dry returns to ITVX.Royal Kill List is a landmark Sky History Original series which tells an epic story of bloody revenge during a pivotal period of English history. This is a story about espionage, revenge, power, loyalty, and the moment that changed the landscape of British politics and society forever, and you can stream it on Now TV.Follow Bingewatch on all major podcast players for your weekly rundown of the best binge-worthy shows across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more.Remember to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser and Goodpods AND you can now show your support and leave a tip for Ian and Hannah.You can also stay in touch with the team via Twitter and tell us what you're binge-watching.AND if you like Bingewatch but you're looking for a specific review, check out BITESIZE BINGEWATCH, our brand new sister show making it easier to get the bits you want!

Actor Tobias Menzies is currently starring in two exciting projects. In the play "The Hunt," running at St. Ann's Warehouse through March 24th, he plays a teacher accused of child molestation. And in "Manhunt" on Apple TV +, he plays Edwin Stanton, the man in charge of the hunt for John Wilkes Booth in the aftermath of Lincoln's assassination. Menzies joins us to discuss these two projects, and later he will be joined by James L. Swanson, author of the book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer.

About this episode:  When exercising power, the 16th President's stocky and sphinxlike Secretary of War could demonstrate a Jekyll and Hyde personality. Personally honest, he could be unforgiving and given to histrionics when he thought them necessary. And again, when required, warm hearted, selfless and patriotic. In charge of the Union's land-based operations, he made tough decisions and did so with little regard for those affected by those decisions. His mission was to win the war and he pursued that purpose with relentless fury. In doing so, far too many simply remembered him as the “unloved Secretary of War”. In the pantheon that was Abraham Lincoln's Cabinet, this is the story of his Mars. This is the story of Edwin McMasters Stanton.                         ----more---- Some Characters Mentioned In This Episode: Salmon P. Chase Daniel Sickles Simon Cameron William Seward Lorenzo Thomas Manton Marble   Additional Resources: Lincoln's Autocrat: The Life of Edwin Stanton by William Marvel   Stanton: Lincoln's War Secretary by Walter Stahr   Subscribe to the Threads from the National Tapestry YouTube Channel here   Thank you to our sponsor, The Badge Maker - proudly carrying affordable Civil War Corps Badges and other hand-made historical reproductions for reenactors, living history interpreters, and lovers of history. Check out The Badge Maker and place your orders here   *Title Image by The McMahan Photo Archive/RMP Archive/Mathew Brady / The Brady Studio   Producer: Dan Irving

Vi er nået til afsnit 2 i vores ugentlige historiske serie om centrale politikere, der ikke blev præsidenter, og i dag handler om det om Edwin Stanton, der var krigsminister under Abraham Lincoln, mens den amerikanske borgerkrig rasede fra 1861-1865. Derfor beskæftiger udsendelsen sig naturligvis ikke kun med Stanton, men også med tiden op til, under og efter Borgerkrigen.  Med som gæst er borgerkrigsekspert, forfatter og lektor ved Amerikanske Studier på Syddansk Universitet, Anders Bo Rasmussen. Sammen med vært Jakob Terp-Hansen drøfter han borgerkrigens afgørende begivenheder, hvordan Edwin Stanton efterfølgende blev centrum for den første rigsretssag i amerikansk historie og hvilken rolle politiseringen af Borgerkrigen spiller i dag. Blandt meget andet, naturligvis. 

There are many reasons why the Union won the American Civil War: the brilliance of Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman as generals, the much larger population in the free states, and the industrial capacity of the North. But the number 1 reason the Union won was Abraham Lincoln. His governing style, his fantastic temperament, and his political genius tipped the balance.

When buddies Erik Archilla and Steven Walters decided John Wilkes Booth would be the focus of their college project, they had no idea it would eventually lead to a hit podcast that now has over 6 million downloads.  A People's Choice podcast award nominee in the category of Storyteller Drama, “1865” is a historical fiction podcast that follows Edwin Stanton in the wake of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The audio drama has been praised for its gripping writing, as well as the professional quality of the acting and sound.  In a world that boasts over 4 million podcasts, with the overwhelming majority of them failing, what is the secret to the success of “1865”? This is just one of the many questions Candy and Ashley pose to co-creator Erik Archilla.  Join us for this lively interview where Erik Archilla not only shares interesting behind-the-scenes stories from “1865,” but also insights about the art of podcasting itself. #1865 #AbrahamLincoln #EdwinStanton #JohnWilkesBooth #AndrewJohnson #Podcasting #History #AudioDrama #History #TrueCrime #HistoricalCrime #Podcaster #Wondery #CivilWar #TheCivilWar

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 696, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln 1: (Alex walks the stage of Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.) Illustrating the difference in memories, some people said that Booth shouted this Latin phrase right from here, center stage; others said, "No, it was from the box"; Booth himself wrote that he spoke the words before shooting Lincoln; perhaps he said these words more than once. Sic semper tyrannis. 2: (Alex walks the stage of Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.) President Lincoln arrived late at Ford's Theatre; the show was already under way, but when he was spotted walking down the stairs toward the presidential box, everything here stopped; then the orchestra struck up "Hail To The Chief", the audience gave him a thunderous round of applause, the president waved and bowed, and then the performance of this play continued. Our American Cousin. 3: (Alex stands on the stage of Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.) Police work in those days could be a little bit shoddy: hours after the murder, a man named William Kent came back to the presidential box looking for his keys; what he found was the murder weapon, the small .44-caliber single-shot pistol bearing the name of this Philadelphia gunsmith who invented it. Henry Deringer. 4: (Alex reports from the Petersen House in Washington, D.C.) While Mrs. Lincoln and her friends sat vigil here in the front parlor, in the back parlor, this energetic Secretary of War took charge of the investigation and worked tirelessly through the night, coordinating the manhunt for John Wilkes Booth and his accomplices. Edwin Stanton. 5: (Alex reports from the Petersen House in Washington, D.C.) At 7:22 on the morning of April 15, 1865, President Lincoln died in this small bedroom; a prayer was said, and then, according to tradition, Edwin Stanton uttered these six famous words. "Now he belongs to the ages". Round 2. Category: Science Timeline 1: Around 480 B.C.:Anaxagoras explains the cause of these events, one of which darkened Greece in 478 B.C.. eclipses. 2: 1600:William Gilbert concludes that the Earth is a huge lodestone that acts as a bar one of these. a magnet. 3: 1608:Hans Lippershey applies for a patent for this, which he calls a "looker"; Galileo is all eyes. a telescope. 4: Around 450 B.C.:Empedocles posits that all matter is made of these 4 classical elements. earth, fire, air and water. 5: 1842:This Austrian physicist relates the observed frequency of a wave to the motion of its source. Doppler. Round 3. Category: Metal 1: Psalm 135 describes the idols of the heathen as not of God and merely made from these 2 metals. silver and gold. 2: The so-called tinfoil you buy at the supermarket is probably made from this metal. aluminum. 3: Legend says that the metal used to make these highest British military awards came from cannons captured in the Crimean War. the Victoria Cross. 4: Noted for its natural magnetism, magnetite is an important ore of this metal. iron. 5: In 1252 in Kamakura, Japan, all 93 tons of the Daibutsu, or Great Buddha, was cast in this alloy. bronze. Round 4. Category: The Steaks 1: This steak sauce was created in the 1820s by the chef to England's King George IV. A.1.. 2: Sometimes wrapped in bacon, this choice cut of boneless steak with a French name is from the end of the loin. filet mignon. 3: Found in the bottom sirloin and on the Sizzler's menu is this cut whose name comes from its geometry. tri-tip.

Morgan continued today with the 3rd mark of the early church, non-violence.  Edwin Stanton was an enemy of Abe Lincoln.  He took every opportunity to embarrass and humiliate Mr. Lincoln.  When President Lincoln was elected, he selected Edwin Stanton as his Sec of War.  Many advisors thought this was foolish and tried to convince Pres. Lincoln to select someone else.  President Lincoln's response was "He is the best man for the job."  Pres Lincoln could have retaliated.  He had the power to destroy Edwin Stanton, but instead he placed him in a position of power.  He rose above hate.  When Pres Lincoln was killed, Edwin stated "He was one of hte greatest that ever lived."  He chose redemptive love.   In today's world, hitting back is expected and celebrated  We take turns takign shots at each other.  We are socialized by retaliation and revenge.  We are socialized that violence is the best solution.   Jesus is calling us to be counter-cultural.   We reviewed all the scriptures basically stating an "eye for an eye."  Lev 24:17-22, Exodus 12: 23-24, Deut. 19: 21.   These were created for the courts of law for Justice.  They were also created to prevent revenge by the victim because our natural response has always been retaliation.   Jesus said these laws are for the courts but not my disciples.   "An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind."  Ghandi Matthew 5: 38-48....Jesus tells us to take a different path.  Vs 39 talks about turning the other cheek.  Backhanded slaps were to humiliate and shame, yet we are to turn and allow the other side to be hit.   Vs 40 we are told if someone takes your shirt to give your coat as well.  This also shows us to not be wrapped up in possessions.   Vs 41 states if we are told to go a mile, then go 2.  Ethnic Jews oppressed by the Roman empire often had to carry a pack for a mile.  Jesus said to carry it for 2 miles.   All 3 of these are humiliating and offensive.  How are we to respond?   Romans 14:21.  We are to bless those who persecute us and live in harmony with one another.  We are not to repay evil with evil.  "I will repay" says the Lord.   3 things we can do:   #1:  Lay down your rights.  America is all about "our rights."  Our primary allegience is not to the USA, it's to Jesus.   We are to be a peple willign to turn the other cheek for Jesus.  Gal 5: 13-15 #2:  Respond in a surprisingly creative and generous way.  This takes spiritual maturity.  Do not just fight or flight.  Respond courageously with love.   Morgan used Rosa Parks as an example.  She didn't stand down.  She had dignity and made a decision to respond with creative resistance.  When we retaliate, we demenish our humanity in the process.  Vs 43 commands us to love our enemy.  It is seen as patriotic to hate your enemy.  If you only love those like you, you are no better than anyone else.  Christians are to be known by their love.  We are to pray for those who have wronged us.   Vs 45:  God doesn't just care for you.  He died for all of us....the abused, the abuser, the lunched, the lynch mob, the oppressed, the oppressor, etc.   We have all hurt people.  God's love is for everyone.   Practical take-aways to cultivate a life of non-violence:   Spend time in prayer and silence.  Who has wronged you?  Pray for them. Be mindful of your narrative intake and how it is impacting your thoughts and actions.   Know yourself.   Non-violence is not about effectiveness, it's about faithfulness.  We can't advance God's kingdom through the sword.    https://redeemerwichita.church/ 

Historical biographer Walter Stahr has given us definitive biographies of William H. Seward and Edwin Stanton, two of the ablest and most influential members of President Abraham Lincoln's cabinet. Earlier this year, Stahr followed those books with the definitive biography of Salmon P. Chase, Treasury secretary under Lincoln and one of the country's most important antislavery lawyers, one of the few who defended fugitive slaves against state and federal prosecutors. After his stint as a lawyer, Chase was elected to represent Ohio in the US Senate, where he was instrumental in helping to settle the slavery question in the United States. Chase also served as governor of Ohio and then as Treasury secretary, where he standardized the dozens of currencies then being issued by local banks and gave us a national currency and a system of national banks. Spend an hour learning about this man, who contributed greatly to the country but whom almost no one today remembers. Recorded on April 15, 2022, at Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire.

By the summer of 1863, the Civil War had dragged on longer than anyone thought at the outset, and leaders on both sides were desperate for more money, arms, manufactured goods, and most of all men. That growing desperation had inspired secretary of war Edwin Stanton to authorize Massachusetts governor John Andrew to start enlisting the nation's first Black troops a few months before, including the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment, whose well deserved fame was refreshed with the movie Glory. The influx of fresh and motivated troops contributed to Union gains throughout the rest of the war, but the so-called colored regiments were not enough. In July of that year, Congress passed a law compelling able bodied men into military service for the first time. Here in Boston, the burden of that draft law fell disproportionately on the working class Irish Americans of South Boston and the North End. And as we'll see, the Irish had strong resentments based in class, race, religion, and economics that made them suspicious of compulsory service. These tensions boiled over on the evening of July 14th, 1863 as marshals attempted to serve the first draft notices in the crowded and narrow streets of the North End, with the US Army eventually firing artillery and small arms into a crowd of civilian protesters at point blank range. Full show notes: http://HUBhistory.com/252/ Support us: http://patreon.com/HUBhistory/

20th maineJoshy chamby chamesghosts of nywritings of chamberlainsee page 896quivering moustachesmore sourcesI'm not a school child, MLA format can suck a fat one anotha onegoogle the gettysburg addressHey everybody, welcome back to another Thursday episode of nightmare now! Where we laugh about lurid lore and learn about lost languishing laments in layman's terms and lay on the levity talking about loss, life, love and in today's show, liberty. I thought it might be fitting to do our first foray into ghost and war stories on the week of memorial day. And what better american veteran to cover than the man, the myth, the legend, MC dolla bill ya boi george washington himself. Memorial day was first celebrated as a holiday in 1868, known then as decoration day to honor union soldiers in the civil war. Now as far as George Washington and the civil war goes you've got a couple of takes on it. The joke take is that sure, Washington was there in the flesh. The broke take is that Washington wasn't there at all, after all my man died in december of 1799 and the civil war wasn't for another sixty years or so. From April of 1861 to May of 65. The Woke take is that Washington's ideals and legacy inspired people on both sides to fight for the America that they believed he founded. But then we get up to the straight bespoke take that George Washington's ghost literally showed up at gettysburg in july of 1863 with a f**king lightsaber to turn the tide of battle like he's obi wan kenobi. This episode of Nightmare Now brought to you by disney plus. Glad to have you all here and I'm very excited and pleased to announce, thanks to you yes you with the headphones, that we hit 500 overall downloads, that's a fun milestone and I'm super pumped about it and the future, watching that number grow, but more importantly what that number represents, and that's you the listener deciding to listen to this greasy little show when there's millions of others out there competing for your time. It truly means a lot to me so thank you all so much!Now back to our regular scheduled programming about jedi george washington. Some of you history nerds may have heard this story before, I know I have, but I never actually looked too far into it until this week. And especially all the non americans listening might not have heard this either but lets just jump right into it. As far as the civil war goes we're zooming in on major part of it, the battle of gettysburg, but we're gonna keep zooming in further to one of the more famous parts of that most famous battle. Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th maine infantry holding the strategic little round top. Gettysburg and even this particular skirmish within the three or four day battle of gettysburg are kind of outside the scope of this episode. I defineitely want to do a deep dive on the civil war, and probably gettysburg specifically, but the short version is like 6000 people died and like thirty thousand f**king people were injured, and most of them probably died later because medicine in the civil war was bascially just amputation and hoping for the best. Lotta blood lotta screaming, bullets blew apart in you and you died of infection most of the time. Not really a good time for anyone I reckon. Gettysburg ended up being one of the turning points, if not THE turning point of the American Civil war. The defense of the little round top, was part of the reason that the union won gettysburg because like the obi wan kenobi analogy from before, it was the high ground. Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th Maine fought off two waves of a larger force of confederate troops to defend the hill but eventually ran very low on ammo. With another wave incoming chamberlain and his famously quivering mustache yelled to fix bayooonnnneeettteeesss! And led his boys to charge down the hill in a last ditch defensive offensive bluff. Nobody is gonna fault the confederates for scattering after this lunatic gambit, because seeing your buddies shot is one thing, but seeing them skewered on a bayonet by a whole company of charging berserk soldiers is another thing entirely. This scattering and screaming and battle of quivering mustaches is a quintessential moment in american history. So how does george washington, I wanted to be dramatic and add his middle name there but apparently middle names weren't' really a thing until the 1830s. Kind of a neat little tidbit there. Anyway how does george washington fit into all this?While the story is mostly legend, it's actually referenced in primary sources about the battle from members of the 20th Maine themselves and even Joshua Chamberlain himself. Big fan of this dude, being a Maine boy myself I gotta rep the home team. Sorry to all my war of northern aggression listeners. So picture the scene, the 20th Maine infantry division, at it's maximum comprised of a little over 1600 people, I don't  know how many of them were actually at gettysburg, because a number of them had died or otherwise been taken out of battle by a faulty smallpox v a c c i n e, (not trying to have this episode pulled for disinformation) that'll have to be another episode. So they're walking in towards Gettysburg. They don't have tanks or cars or anything obviously but they come to a fork in the road. They're map is  totally out of date and they have no idea which way to go, one road leads to where they need to go and the other will send them down a wild goose chase away from the battle in the coming days. Not to mention it is at this point nearing the dead of night and even if their map was correct it would be hard to read and hard to navigate. According to witnesses an imposing man on horseback, dressed in revolutionary costume and a tricorn hat emerged conveniently and unexpectedly from behind a tree and pointed them in the right direction, saying that they were going to be needed in the ensuing fight. The men didn't really have anything else to go on and the man had a familiar look to him that they trusted. He seemed like he couldn't lie. Something something cherry tree. A few days later the 20th Maine was in their most famous battle and ammunition was running horrifically short. If you saw jeff bridges in gettysburg or listened to the last five minutes of the show you know what happened next, the famous bayonet charge. But what the movie and textbooks generally leave out is that the mysterious figure that guided them down the right, fateful road made yet another appearance at this pivotal moment. So chamberlain weighs their options, if they stand and fight without ammo they're f**king toast, if they retreat, the confederates take the round tops and gain a huge tactical advantage over the entire hill, I'm sure there's people that wrote alternate history novels about this exact scenario, if they took the round tops it could have changed the whole outcome of gettysburg and the civil war as a whole, suddenly we've got two different united states and confedearte states in modern day.  Luckily we don't have anything like a two party system that doesn't get anything done today, and we have a working government for the people by the people! Just as chamberlain was giving the order to Fix bayonets, man that's fun to do, my mustache isn't nearly long enough to do it justice right now but I'll work on that, just as he was yelling to fix bayonets, the figure appeared, this time it was clear. It was george F Washington. Since my man didn't have a middle name his middle name in the nightmare now continuity timeline is f**king. George f**king Washington himself was there at the battle of little round top right behind Joshua Chamberlain and yelled FIX BAYONETS, CHARGE! And then George Washington unsheathes his curved saber from its scabbard and as he pulls it out the thing lights on fire. (Lightsaber noise) This renews the union soldiers resolve and they all charge with him. He's up on his horse wearing his full revolutionary war gear and supposedly runs down and breaks up the confederate line in front of the rest of the 20th maine. Allegedly the confedereate troops below focused fire on him and his white horse but to no effect, so he was bulletproof as well. His sword is on fire, and at this point it's obvious to those around that it is truly George Washington, not some revolutionary war cosplayer like they thought when they first saw him at the split in the road.Georgie boy charges forward with the rest of the 20th Maine into the confederate line who I believe is composed of the 15th Alabama infantry. They aren't ready for the madcap bayonet charge, ghost of the first president or not and it helps turn the overall tide of the battle. After the initial carnage George Washington isn't seen again. At least not at Gettysburg, there's like a million other stories about george washington's ghost at his home and in other important american places. But this was the coolest and the most fitting for memorial day though. We have to ask ourselves though, is it real? I mean let's handwave whether ghosts are real and for the sake of argument say that they are. I would agree with that but I think ghosts are a complicated kind of phenomena that I'll put some more thoughtful discussion towards in another episode. But even treating the world as if ghosts are 100% real, what is the veracity of this claim? Is this historical fanfiction? The neat part is that if it is just presidential fanfiction, it started right away. First hand reports told this story, it's in the primary sources! There was an investigation! After the civil war, Lincoln's secretary of war Edwin Stanton opened an investigation into the event. Hopefully like the whole little round top and not just burning up post war tax dollars on a ghost hunt but whatever. In said investigation a few of the soldiers that were there testified that they had indeed seen him that day. Joshua Chamberlain himself when interviewed said quote “We know not what mystical power may be possessed by those who are now bivouacking with the dead.  I only know the effect, but I dare not explain or deny the cause. I do believe that we were enveloped by the power of the other world that day and who shall say that Washington was not among the number of those who aided the country that he founded?” unquote it's pretty f**king cool right?  Kinda weird that George Washington was from Virginia and repped the union but it also made sense that he would want to be on the side to attempt to keep his country together. I don't know. In the end it's a really cool ghost story that has a lot of primary sources backing it up, it's thematic, it's patriotic and I love it. Special thanks this episode to everyone that sacrificed for this country. As Lincoln said “We have come to dedicate a portion of that podcast, as a final resting place for those who here gave their lives that that nation might live. It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this.”Thanks to all of em and thanks to everyone listening, as always, I'd say sweet dreams, but we all know it's only gonna be nightmares now

In Episode 43 we fight the battle of Middle Creek in Kentucky, as well as talk Samuel Colt and Edwin Stanton.     https://cwweeklypod.wixsite.com/my-site Patreon:                                                                                       https://www.patreon.com/CWweeklypod Venmo:  @Timothy-Patrick-48 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/civil-war-weekly/support

Ben and comedian Juan Nicolon (@juannicolon) go over the positives and negatives of a complex character: Abraham Lincoln's Secretary of War, Edwin Stanton.

Compassion is one of our most admirable traits. And when it's combined with the enlightened use of power, the results can be truly inspiring.  The following story about Abraham Lincoln is a classic example. Told by his personal stenographer, who witnessed it first-hand, it presents an uplifting portrait of the noble heart and keen mind of the great leader.             As an aside, Lincoln was not a good-looking man. He was widely lampooned as the “ape from Illinois,” and Nathaniel Hawthorne once called him the homeliest man he ever saw. Bear this in mind when you get to the end of the story, as it will put a cherry on the top of this deeply moving tale.           So, according to the stenographer, in the summer of 1864, here's what happened -           As we approached the office of the Secretary of War, the President pointed to a woman sitting in the waiting room and whispered, “Find out who that woman is and what is the object of her visit.” Then he passed into Stanton's private office.           I saw a tall, gaunt woman in a plain, calico dress, whose eyes almost frightened me, the anxiety and despair in them were so great. I heard her whisper to a passing orderly, “I must see Mr. Stanton at once.”           “You will have to wait your turn, my good woman,” he coldly responded. I beckoned her aside and said cautiously, “Perhaps Madame, if you tell me your business, I can obtain an interview more rapidly.” With a grateful look she stammered, “My son is to - to be shot today by sentence of the court-martial.”           I requested details. “My boy risked his life in every engagement of the Vermont Regiment for two long years. He is all that is left to me. Speak to Mr. Stanton for me. Hurry! Executions nearly all take place in the forenoon. Hurry!”           “I will speak to one who may aid you,” I said, but didn't mention the President's name, though I knew she would have a much better chance with him than with the iron-faced, glass-eyed man who sat with him discussing the destinies of the Republic.           I stepped up to Madison, Stanton's office assistant and said, “Rap on the door of the Secretary's office.”           With extreme hesitancy, he did and I could see him shiver in his boots as Stanton's sharp voice shouted, “Damn you, come in.” At this moment the Vermont woman flew through the passageway and entered the dread sanctum of Edwin Stanton. Standing before him she said, “As you love God, give me the life of my son!”           “How dare you interrupt me, Madame!”           “How dare I interrupt! How dare I interrupt! My boy fought through the battles of the Peninsula, at Antietam, at Fredericksburg, at Gettysburg. He was wounded twice, enlisted again and now has been sentenced as a bounty jumper.”           “Ah, Private Charles Allen Putnam of the seventh Vermont,” responded the Secretary in frigid tones. “Madame, I'm sorry for you but I do my duty. Don't distress me by an appeal that is useless.”           Here, the impressive, but kindly tones of the Chief Magistrate of the nation intruded upon the conversation.  “Don't be in such a hurry, Stanton. Listen to any woman pleading for her son's life. You say your son, Mrs. Putnam, fought for his country for nearly 3 years? ‘Tis strange he is a deserter now.”           “Not a deserter.  He is simply a boy made foolish by a woman.” As she said these words, she turned to see the kindly eyes and Western face of the President and gave a sigh of hope, knowing she was addressing the supreme head of the nation.           “God has sent you here Mr. Lincoln, to hear my prayer!” She broke forth. “I am a widow up in Vermont. I have given seven sons to death for their country.  Will you take the eighth, the youngest one from me?”           “Seven sons?” The voice of Lincoln had grown as sad as that of the woman addressing him. “Seven sons? Stanton, you hear that? Seven sons!”           “Yes. All volunteered from our farm in Vermont. And this one, all that is left to me, he came home on furlough two months ago, and there saw the woman who has brought him to this. He returned to Washington and six days ago, he was arrested as a deserter. It was only to get a kiss or two from the fool girl and go back and fight again. Please listen to me Mr. President. Seven sons dead and this one to be shot because he wanted to kiss the girl he loves.           “Stanton, you must listen to this patriotic lady who was given up more than either your or I for this country,” muttered Lincoln, his voice husky and his sad eyes filled with tears.           But Stanton wasn't listening. As the woman was speaking, after one quick glance at Lincoln's sympathetic face, the Secretary of War had written a few lines hurriedly.  Then he stepped to the door and handed an envelope to Madison saying, “Immediate! Tell the orderly to hurry!” Having done this, he now turned back to the President.           “Listen to this lady, Stanton,” remarked Mr. Lincoln, “and see if there isn't virtue in her appeal for some revision, some commutation of her son's sentence.”           “Mr. President, I have sworn to myself, for the salvation of the American army, that no convicted deserter shall have pardon or commutation of sentence. It is vital that we stop bounty jumping in the present status of the recruitment.”           Overcome with despair, the woman moaned, “Mercy Mr. Stanton!” Then she turned to Lincoln and said, “Mr. President. as you love your own offspring, listen to me. You have a kinder heart!'           “Recite your case to Mr. Stanton. I do not wish to interfere, if possible,” he replied sadly. “Tell me what he says.” With these words, fortunately, he stepped out of the office into the passageway where I had been standing.  “I believe her honest Vermont face. Women like her do not lie,” he sighed. “But it's awful hard bucking up against Stanton.”           Emboldened by this, I whispered “Mr. President. if you have any intention of pardoning that man, you have no time to lose.”             “What you mean?” asked Lincoln.                “I mean, that if you do not act immediately, the sentence will be carried out before executive clemency can reach the condemned. An orderly just galloped away from this building toward Fort de Russy, the execution site.  He carried with him the few lines Mr. Stanton wrote while the woman was appealing to you.”           “Well, I'm damned,” said the President, growing taller and his eyes commencing to beam with an expression that everyone knew meant business.           In a few long strides the President stepped into the telegraphic office of the War Department and said to the head clerk, “Call up Fort de Russey at once.”           “I can't, Sir. The wire is in current use, Mr. President, on very important orders to the Sixth Corps,” he replied.           “Hold the dispatch!”            “Mr. President. It has Mr. Stanton's personal orders that it be put through immediately.”           “Stop the dispatch!  I direct it!”           It was done instantly.           “Now!” the president commanded. “Telegraph the Provost Marshal in charge of Pvt. Charles Putnam of the seventh Vermont, sentenced to execution today. Inform him, under the direct, personal command of the President of the United States, to disregard all other orders and bring the prisoner to the War Department immediately. Inform him that this dispatch is given to you directly, by Abraham Lincoln in person, and get his acknowledgment by telegraph of the receipt of this order. I will wait here until I receive your statement that the answer is received.”           Five minutes later, the wire came acknowledging the order and stating that the prisoner would be brought to the War Department forthwith. We returned to Stanton's private office, where we found the hopelessly despairing woman pleading with the inflexible, draconian Secretary of War.           “You have concluded of course, Stanton to at least postpone the execution of this man until you can make further investigations?” Lincoln observed, judiciously.           “On the contrary, Mr. President,” replied Stanton. “In order to avoid discussion of this matter, you having promised me yourself, in such cases to withhold the pardoning power and leave it entirely in my hands, I have already taken such steps that discussion is ...            “Discussion is never useless as long as a man is alive,” Lincoln interrupted sharply,           “You intend to pardon my son, Mr. President!” screamed the woman.           “If what you have said to me is substantially true, I do, Madame.”            “God forever bless you!” she exclaimed.           “Now, my good woman,” he said calmly, “I will listen to the details of your story.”            Half sobbing, yet with a glimmer of hope in her eyes, she said her sons, inspired by her own words and notwithstanding that their father was dead, had one by one gone to the front and lost their lives. Charlie, the last one alive, the son of her old age, after reenlisting, gave his entire bounty to her, for her support in case he didn't return from battle, He had spent his furlough with her in the old farm in Stowe Vermont.           “Such a happy month. But Mr. President, there he met a girl that he took to powerfully, and she, this fool girl who has brought him death, loved him like an idiot. He returned and fought at the battle of Fort Stevens. They say you were there, Mr. President.  You saw my son fight. You saw the 6th Corp drive the rebels out of Maryland and run them back into Virginia and save this capital.           “My boy was wounded in the battle,” she continued, her tearful eyes filling with more hope. “Have my boy brought here and I will show you the unhealed wound upon his arm. The records will prove that he risked his life for the union not a week ago. “Then that fool country girl came trolloping down to Washington and beguiled him. Charlie couldn't get leave to come to see her.  So, fool that he was and cajoled by her pleadings, he left the fort to have a day of bliss with her and he was soon captured by the Secret Service without a pass. I was telegraphed and came and found him sentenced to death. Yesterday, I saw him and he gave me his word of honor that he had not intended to desert. He was about to return to the fort on the very day he was seized.            “My son has never lied to me in his life, Mr. Stanton.  He is no bounty jumper. If so, I would say execute him. Though I bore him, he is not my son. But he is, and has been true to his country. And he's the only one left to me.”           Stanton just stared at her blankly, knowing he had already sealed the boy's fate. Suddenly I heard the clack of a military escort in the hall. A moment later Madison entered with a curious grin on his face and declared, “The Provost Marshal from Fort de Russey - with a prisoner!”           “What? Impossible!” exclaimed Stanton, springing up astounded.           Covered with dust from the ride, a cavalry captain entered. Saluting the shocked secretary, he reported, “I have the president's direct personal order to present to him in your office, the prisoner condemned to execution today, private Charles Allen Putnam of the seventh Vermont.” With this, four troopers brought in the manacled prisoner, a young Vermont giant, with a haggard face, fair-haired and gray eyed, like his mother. In a daze, he looked around the office.           “Mother!” the boy gasped.           “My son!” the woman screamed and took him in her arms.           Then she tore the blue sleeve from his arm to show the awful wound inflicted by a Confederate bullet.           “See, Mr. Stanton, “this is proof that he risked his life for his country. I have a certificate from all his officers stating that he did his duty gallantly. And I have the affidavit of the girl that he told her he must leave her to return to command. He has been returned to my arms. You cannot take him from me to murder him!”           Stanton stared at her dumbstruck. Through all this, the President had been hastily writing. In another moment, he stood up and handed her a slip of paper. “The free pardon of your son,” he said, simply.             Stanton turned to the captain. “You received my clear command earlier today?” he asked sharply.             “Yes Sir, I did,” he replied. “But it was superseded by the direct order of the President of the United States, making it the highest military priority. It stayed the execution and ordered the prisoner to be brought here.”           “Stanton, that's where I had a little joke on you,” chuckled the President. “You're not up to the modern telegraph, Mr. Secretary.  Electricity beats horse flesh!”             Mr. Lincoln then turned to the Private and said, “Young man, your sentence to death by court martial acts as a discharge from the army of the United States. My pardon has made it an honorable discharge. Go home and support and cherish your noble mother, who has given you a second life.”           Tears welled up in the deep-set eyes of the backwoods President as the mother, speechless and half-fainting, was escorted out by her freed son, whose manacles had been removed.            Mr. President,” said the Secretary. “This action of yours will produce 1,000 deserters in the Army of the Potomac.”           “I don't care if it does,” replied Lincoln. “It has made one less broken heart in this country. Perhaps two. The fool girl who lured that young fellow away from his duty loves him also.” Then the President sighed, “Oh, if I could send all my boys in blue home to their mothers. Yes, and all the Johnnies, too.”           Suddenly, his voice grew commanding. “We'll discuss the details of the reinforcements to be sent to Grant this afternoon,” he said, looking the Secretary in the eye. Then added curtly, “Good-bye, Mr. Stanton.”           When we were outside, the President remarked, “I had a pretty hard time in there didn't I? Stanton makes a bully good Secretary of War. The only trouble with him is he shows no more caring for the boys than an alligator who buries a pile of eggs in the sand and thinks he's done with his duties to his family.”           Later on, I was told that as the Vermont mother left the building with her son, overcome with emotion, she was heard to say, “Everybody always talks about how ugly the President is. But I think he has the most beautiful face I've ever seen.”           Well, that's the end of the stenographer's tale. I could probably write ten pages about what I've learned from it, but the story truly speaks for itself. And this is the end of this episode. As always, keep your eyes, mind, and heart opened, and let's get together in the next one.

TUX introduces his favorite scandal STEPHANIE has done on this season of Beyond Reproach—Episode 32: Samuel Upham's Counterfeit Confederate Cash. We raise our glasses to a successful war profiteer we all can get down with because sometimes you gotta print money to make money! ALSO DISCUSSED: The confederacy being cute thinking it was a government, HBO's True Detective, lithograph, life before Obama invented racism, buying your own stimmy, proto-memes, Target, Herstory on the Rocks podcast, Edwin Stanton, and Ebay. For additional source information for this story, to learn more about Beyond Reproach, and to pursue our online shop: SITE

In this season finale, Grant's decision to testify for Orville Babcock has disastrous consequences for the Freedmen.Starring James Black as Ulysses S Grant and featuring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and William Jackson Harper as John Mercer Langston.Also featuring:Jason DouglasMatthew GrayChristopher MurneyKurt RhoadsSydney James HarcourtBlake HacklerKelly JenretteRandy PerrineChristopher SalazarCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Jonathan Norton, Erik Archilla and Steven Walters Directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonSound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay GrahamMusic by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Schultz and Stephen Root talk Daphne football with coach Kenny King, Coach K's retirement announcement with Rob Dauster, a major NCAA baseball upset with Andrew Spivey, Lakers, Clippers and NBA Plauyoffs with Arash Markazi and Alabama softball with Edwin Stanton! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-schultz/support

Both of Alabama's diamond sports, baseball and softball, are playing into the month of June. After winning two games in Hoover, Ala. last week, the Crimson Tide was selected for the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2014. Coach Brad Bohannon's squad will take part in the Ruston Regional starting on Friday afternoon against NC State. On the latest episode of the All Things Bama Podcast, host Tyler Martin and staff writer Joey Blackwell breakdown the Crimson Tide's chances of moving on to the super regionals and much more. For the second part of the show, Martin is then joined by BamaCentral's Edwin Stanton and Katie Windham to preview the 2021 Women's College World Series. Are Alabama and Oklahoma on a collision course to meet in the championship series? Can Montana Fouts continuing delivering in the biggest moments for the Crimson Tide's pitching staff? Who on Alabama's side of the bracket is the biggest threat to derailing the Crimson Tide's chance at a second national championship? Find out all this and more on the All Things Bama Podcast. The show is available on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Anchor. Former guests of the podcast include Eli Gold, Chris Stewart, Bryan Passink, Wimp Sanderson, Barrett Jones, Mike Johnson, Cory Reamer, Bradley Bozeman, Will Lowery, Lawson Schaffer, Kolby Robinson, Shaun Dion Hamilton, Jason Caffey, Kenneth Darby, Rudy Griffin, Keith McCants, JC Latham, James Brockermeyer, Matt Caddell, John Garcia Jr., Dr. Aloiya Earl, Brad Bohannon, Ric Seritella of NFL Draft Bible and more. Link to Apple Podcasts

Listener note: this episode contains offensive racial language. Please be advised.In the wake of a failed assassination attempt, Edwin Stanton fights for his place at the table, as President-Elect Grant strives to keep the peace. 1865 is an Airship production.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and James Black as Ulysses S Grant.Also featuring:Chris SalazarJason DouglasJoel FerrelR Bruce ElliotBlake HacklerChristopher MurneyCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Steven Walters Directed by Steven Walters and Robert McCollumExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonMusic by Lindsay Graham.Audio editing by Mollie Baack.Sound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay Graham.To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.Omaha Steaks - Visit omahasteaks.com keyword 1865 and order the Get Out & Grill Assortment today! Send dad more than just a gift – send him an experience he’ll love and can share with you! And don’t forget, for a limited time get 4 FREE NEW YORK STRIP BURGERS with your order. Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/1865.

In Episode 4, Edwin Stanton fights for his place at the table, as President Grant strives to keep the peace. In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, hear co-executive producer Robert McCollum interview the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast.

During the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln once found himself wanting to please a politician, so he issued a command to transfer certain Union Army regiments. When the secretary of war, Edwin Stanton, received the order, he refused to carry it out. He said that the president was a fool. Lincoln was told what Stanton had said, and he replied: “If Stanton said I’m a fool, then I must be, for he is nearly always right. I’ll see for myself.” As the two men talked, the president quickly realized that his decision was a serious mistake, and without hesitation he withdrew it. Though Stanton had called Lincoln a fool, the president proved himself wise by not digging in his heels when Stanton disagreed with him. Instead, Lincoln listened to advice, considered it, and changed his mind. Have you ever encountered someone who simply wouldn’t listen to wise advice? (See 1 Kings 12:1–8.) It can be infuriating, can’t it? Or, even more personal, have you ever refused to listen to advice? As Proverbs 12:15 says, “The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.” People may not always be right, but the same goes for us! Knowing that everyone makes mistakes, only fools assume they’re the exception. Instead, let’s exercise godly wisdom and listen to the wise advice of others—even if we initially disagree. Sometimes that’s exactly how God works for our good (v. 2).

Listen now: wondery.fm/1865season2April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

Listener note: this episode contains offensive racial language. Please be advised.Stanton convinces General Grant to stand as a candidate in the election of 1868 and wage war against the KKK.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and James Black as Ulysses S Grant.Also featuring:David CharlesR Bruce ElliotBlake HacklerChris SalazarJordan CruzJosh BangleEric Jon RolonJoel FerrellJohn TysonRobert McCollumJ Michael TatumCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten and directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumMusic by Lindsay Graham.Audio editing by Mollie Baack.Sound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay Graham.To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

General Ulysses S Grant finds himself caught in the middle of the struggle between Stanton and Johnson. 1865 is an Airship production.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and James Black as Ulysses S Grant.Also featuring (in order of appearance):David CharlesR Bruce ElliotChris SalazarJohn TysonBlake HacklerJ Michael TatumDavid CoffeeAaron RobertsCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten and directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumMusic by Lindsay Graham.Audio editing by Mollie Baack.Sound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay Graham.

Listen now: wondery.fm/1865season2April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

Listen now: wondery.fm/1865season2April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

Listen now: wondery.fm/1865season2April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

Listen now: wondery.fm/1865season2April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil.Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to bring the assassin to justice—but the hunt for John Wilkes Booth isn’t all that grips Stanton.Lincoln’s successor, Vice President Andrew Johnson, is likely to bend to southern interests and undo the very progress for which Lincoln died. Edwin Stanton must employ every bit of political wile he can muster to secure the future of the freed slaves, and the nation.Consumed by his conviction, Stanton will betray his friends, his honor, and the very constitution he is sworn to protect, all to steer the country towards justice.***1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.

In the first of our three prologue episodes, we flashback to the events leading up to President Andrew Johnson’s impeachment, starting with a famous dinner between Edwin Stanton and Charles Dickens. In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, hear co-executive producer Robert McCollum interview the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

Edwin Stanton sits down with a famous scribe to tell the story of the events that led to Johnson’s impeachment. 1865 is an Airship production.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin StantonAlso featuring (in order of appearance):David CharlesR Bruce ElliotJ Michael TatumBlake HacklerJohn TysonChris SalazarCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten and directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumMusic by Lindsay GrahamAudio editing by Mollie Baack.Sound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay Graham.To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.Support us by supporting our sponsors! Expensify - Visit Expensify.com/1865 to get started with a FREE trial.

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Dr. Tim McNeese, professor of history, uses the story of Edwin Stanton and Abraham Lincoln to remind listeners to do the right thing and treat others with respect. Scripture: Mathew 7:12

During the American Civil War, the penalty for desertion was execution. But the Union armies rarely executed deserters because their commander-in-chief Abraham Lincoln pardoned nearly all of them. This infuriated Edwin Stanton, the Secretary of War, who believed that Lincoln’s leniency only enticed would-be deserters. But Lincoln empathized with soldiers who had lost their nerve and who had given in to their fear in the heat of battle. And his empathy endeared him to his soldiers. They loved their “Father Abraham,” and their affection led the soldiers to want to serve Lincoln all the more. When Paul calls Timothy to join him in “suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus” (2 Timothy 2:3), he calls him to a tough job description. A soldier is to be completely dedicated, hard-working, and selfless. He’s to serve his commanding officer, Jesus, whole-heartedly. But in reality, we sometimes fail to be His good soldiers. We don’t always serve Him faithfully. And so Paul’s opening phrase is important: “be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus” (v. 1). Christ, our commanding officer, is full of grace. He empathizes with our weaknesses and forgives our failures (Hebrews 4:15). And just as the Union soldiers were encouraged by Lincoln’s compassion, so believers are strengthened by the grace of Jesus. We want to serve Him all the more because we know He loves us.

Abraham Lincoln and Edwin Stanton developed a dislike for one another as lawyers on the McCormick Reaper case of 1855. In fact, Stanton called Lincoln a “long-armed creature.” 

"Edwin Stanton is best remembered for being Secretary of War under President Lincoln and helping to lead the Union government to victory in the Civil War. I find Stanton fascinating. He has a really interesting life and career, he's a very difficult person to love and yet I love him for all his difficulties. His life story has tragedy, it has sadness, romance, it has a little bit of everything."Becca stays true to her love of all things Lincoln to bring more depth to someone you may have heard of but don't know much about. Edwin Stanton most famously utters the line "now he belongs the ages" after Lincoln's death, but he should be known for his work in its own right. Learn more about this lawyer turned Secretary of War turned almost Supreme Court justice.Support Tour Guide Tell All:Become a Patron www.patreon.com/tourguidetellallShop our Merch Store: www.tour-guide-tell-all.myshopify.com/Venmo us a Tip: @tourguide-tellallComments or Questions? Or have an idea for future episodes? Email us tourguidetellall@gmail.comIf you’re interested in more information, we find these sources helpful:BOOKS YOU SHOULD READ:Stanton: Lincoln’s War Secretary by Walter StahrApril 1865 by Jay WinikManhunt by James SwansonTOURS YOU SHOULD TAKE: Lincoln's AssassinationWEBSITES TO RESEARCH:https://www.npr.org/2017/08/08/542062280/new-biography-of-lincolns-secretary-of-war-reveals-a-resilient-man-haunted-by-grhttp://www.mrlincolnandfriends.org/the-cabinet/edwin-stanton/https://www.post-gazette.com/life/my-generation/2009/06/18/Let-s-Talk-About-Abraham-Lincoln-and-Edwin-Stanton/stories/200906180425https://www.fords.org/blog/post/misinformation-and-conspiracy-theories-about-the-lincoln-assassination/https://millercenter.org/president/lincoln/essays/stanton-1862-secretary-of-warhttps://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/MJC/places/emStanton.asp You’re Listening To: Becca GrawlThe Person Responsible for it Sounding Good: Canden Arciniega Intro/Outro Music: Well-Seasoned from Audio Hero

Booth and Herold finally make it to Virginia, but they are not welcomed with hospitality. As they continue their trek south, they meet three Confederate soldiers who agree to help them. Ultimately, the soldiers deliver the fugitives to the site of their last stand: the Garrett farm. Meanwhile, Edwin Stanton's top manhunter discovers the clue that leads the searchers to Booth's doorstep.

Booth and Herold attempt a dangerous river crossing and it does not go as planned. Edwin Stanton's manhunt snares more conspirators, including those who helped Booth during the escape. And in Washington, hundreds of thousands of people pack the capital city for the funeral ceremonies of President Lincoln. For more details, please visit www.blackbarrelmedia.com. Our social media pages are: @blackbarrelmedia on Facebook and Instagram, and @bbarrelmedia on Twitter.

Ohio attorney Edwin Stanton rose from a humble start in Steubenville, Ohio to become President Abraham Lincoln's war secretary. But was he also a conspirator in the president's assassination? Books have been written arguing both sides of this 150-year-old debate. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Music: When I Leave, by The Floorwalkers. Find more at https://www.thefloorwalkers.com Additional music: Audionautix- The Great Unknown, and The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch

Edwin Stanton joins Clint Lamb to talk about Alabama softball's struggles to start the 2020 season. The big question on the minds of fans: will those struggles continue or can the Crimson Tide bounce back to be a top team? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by comedian, activist, and iconic orphan, Amber Rollo. Join them as they deep dive into the impeachment of Andrew Johnson, why the radical Republicans couldn’t stand him, and why Edwin Stanton locked himself in his office for the whole of the Senate trial.    Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to preserve Lincoln’s legacy.  This story comes to us from 1865, an Airship production. Heavily researched, this historical political thriller podcast is an audio drama that explores America’s darkest hours. You will be astonished—and all of it is based on true events.  Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton. Also featuring: Lindsay Graham, Pam Dougherty, Matthew Gray, Didi Archilla, Montgomery Sutton, Ian Ferguson, Taylor Harris, Michael Tatum, Reed Birney, Jessica Renee Russell, Aaron Roberts, Bruce Elliott, David Coffee Created by Steven Walters and Erik Archilla Written and directed by Steven Walters Executive Producer: Lindsay Graham Co-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum, and Steven Walters Music and Sound Design by Lindsay Graham To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or check them out on Facebook and Twitter. New episodes air weekly and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

In this series finale, Stanton faces termination and Johnson faces impeachment. Neither is willing to back down, as the country edges towards the brink of another civil war.Bonus prequel episodes that tell the story of John Wilkes Booth’s radicalization and assassination of Lincoln begin September 17th. 1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Lindsay Graham (President Abraham Lincoln)Robert McCollum (Congressman John Bingham)Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward)Joel Ferrell (Reporter) R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)Steven Walters (Robert Lincoln)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Ace Anderson (William H. Bell)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Steven WaltersWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

Eager to be rid of each other, Stanton and Johnson plot each other’s political demise, as the country edges towards a constitutional crisis.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Robert McCollum (Congressman John Bingham)Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward) J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Chris Hury (General Lorenzo Thomas)Brandon Potter (Charles A. Dunham aka Sanford Conover)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

The trial over, Stanton struggles to press on and continue the fight.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward) Robert McCollum (Congressman John Bingham)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

While Mary Surratt’s life hangs in the balance, Stanton struggles to find her son and prove his conspiracy.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Lindsay Graham (Abraham Lincoln)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Max Hartman (Lewis Thornton Powell aka Payne)Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward) J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)David Coffee (Priest)Sally Vahle (Mary Surratt)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

The investigation into Booth’s conspirators leaves Stanton with a new challenge: prove the Rebels are behind the attack on Abraham Lincoln. With the trial of the conspirators underway, Johnson and Stanton go to war over the future of the country.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Sally Vahle (Mary Surratt)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)Robert McCollum (Congressman John Bingham)Brandon Potter (Charles A. Dunham aka Sanford Conover)Reed Birney (Senator John P. Hale)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward) Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

Secretary Seward is finally awake. Stanton’s old friend and ally proves to be a thorn in Stanton’s side.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Sean Hennigan (Secretary of State William Henry Seward) Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Ace Anderson (William H. Bell)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)Robert McCollum (Congressman John Bingham)Lindsay Graham (President Abraham Lincoln)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

Stanton and Langston go to the mats with Johnson and Welles over the issue of reconstruction and the future of the Freedman.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Lindsay Graham (President Abraham Lincoln)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)David Coffee (Doctor)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

A startling revelation about Lucy Hale forces Stanton into a corner. The only way out is to convince Johnson to give him more power.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Lucas Van Engen (Concierge)Steven Walters (Robert Lincoln)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)Montgomery Sutton (John Wilkes Booth)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Reed Birney (Senator John P. Hale)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)John Davies (General William T. Sherman)Ace Anderson (William H. Bell)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

As the hunt for Booth continues, Stanton has another problem on his hands: the last of the Rebel Generals wants terms of surrender.1865 is an Airship production. You can support this show at Patreon.com/1865podcast to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)John Davies (General William T. Sherman)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Taylor Harris (Soldier)Derek Phillips (David E. Herold)Montgomery Sutton (John Wilkes Booth)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

Stanton sets out to learn the truth about Lucy Hale, and finds opportunity in adversity.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Steven Walters (Robert Lincoln)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Reed Birney (Senator John P. Hale)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)Pam Dougherty (Mary Todd Lincoln)Didi Archilla (Seance participant)Erik Archilla (Seance participant)Joel Ferrell (Seance participant)Emily Gray (Seance participant)Matthew Gray (Seance participant)Tia Lalusa (Seance participant)Robert McCollum (Seance participant)Lindsay Ryan (Seance participant)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

With the manhunt for Booth underway and martial law secure, Stanton strikes a compromise to preserve Lincoln’s agenda, but a dark revelation threatens to upend his progress.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (In Order of Appearance):Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Steven Walters (Robert Lincoln)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)R. Bruce Elliott (President Andrew Johnson)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)William Jackson Harper (John Mercer Langston)Reed Birney (Senator John P. Hale)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

President Lincoln is mortally wounded. The nation is under attack. Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton takes control and tries to protect Vice President Andrew Johnson.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Lindsay Graham (Abraham Lincoln)Pam Dougherty (Actress 1)Matthew Gray (Harry Hark)Didi Archilla (Actress 2)Montgomery Sutton (John Wilkes Booth)Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Taylor Harris (Soldier)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)Reed Birney (Senator John P. Hale)Jessica Renee Russell (Lucy Hale)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)R. Bruce Elliott (Vice President Andrew Johnson)David Coffee (Doctor)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten and directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

After the discovery of a mysterious note from Booth to Johnson, Stanton goes on a hunt for the truth.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton.Also featuring (in order of appearance):Ian Ferguson (Major Thomas Eckert)Emily Gray (Laura Keene)Aaron Roberts (Marshal James McPhail)Didi Archilla (Ford Theater cast member)Pam Dougherty (Ford Theater cast member)Joel Ferrell (Ford Theater cast member)Tia Lalusa (Ford Theater cast member)Robert McCollum (Ford Theater cast member)Lindsay Ryan (Ford Theater cast member)Matthew Gray (Harry Hawk)R. Bruce Elliott (Vice President Andrew Johnson)J. Michael Tatum (Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles)Allison Pistorius (Ella Starr)Created by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaDirected by Robert McCollumWritten by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay GrahamCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum and Steven WaltersMusic and Sound Design by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

So they built a Edwin Stanton android, but what can they do with it. And what happens when you fall for your crazy underage co-worker? Find out in part 2 of my review of WE CAN BUILD YOU, by Philip K. Dick

Episode 4: Ohio v. Civil War (Edwin Stanton). Alex speaks with author Walter Stahr (www.walterstahr.com) about his acclaimed 2017 book Stanton: Lincoln’s War Secretary and the life of Stubenville, Ohio’s Edwin Stanton. Stanton, was the Secretary of War during the U.S. Civil War and a member of President Abraham Lincoln’s “Team of Rivals.” Stahr walks us through Stanton’s rise from a poor teen in Eastern Ohio to the savior of the Union Army. We look at his rapid rise as a lawyer in the Buckeye State to become Attorney General of the US under President Buchanan. Cliff Eckle from the Ohio History Connection joins us to talk about the extensive collections at the Ohio History Center and Stanton’s transformative years at the War Department. (28:00) Don’t forget to donate to the Ohio History Connection on Giving Tuesday, November 27th, click on www.ohiohistory.org to give! Join us as we see the Civil War through the eyes of the workaholic Stanton and we’re bedside for the tragic death of President Lincoln. Walter Stahr guides us through the famous manhunt for Lincoln’s killer and his co-conspirators and why Secretary Stanton was the cause of the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson. Buy Walter Stahr’s book for the holidays (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQFGW3M/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 ). Rate/Review the show, email us at ohiovtheworld@gmail.com

Edwin Stanton served as Secretary of War under Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War and under Andrew Johnson during Reconstruction, cementing his place as one of the most influential politicians in American history. But who was Edwin Stanton, and what was the character of the man who wielded so much power during a seminal period in American history? We talk to William Marvel, author of “Edwin Stanton: Lincoln’s Autocrat” to uncover the truth.

In which Burnside's campaign starts to fall apart for lack of pontoons. Plus, Fighting Joe Hooker sends a friend request to Edwin Stanton.

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Edwin Stanton was never a president, but he was very intricately involved in politics! We decided to do a couple episodes about him - so check them out!   _______________________________ Support us on Patreon! For only $0.11 per episode ($1/month) you can be part of our Patreon community. For a few more bucks per month we'll throw in two bonus episode! Check it out. ____________________________ Support the show! Use this link to do your shopping on Amazon. It won't cost you a penny more and it will help us out!  ElectionCollege.com/Amazon ________________________ Be sure to subscribe to the show! Leave us a review on iTunes - It really helps us out! Facebook  |  Twitter  | Instagram ________________________ Music from: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music ________________________ Some links in these show notes are affiliate links that could monetarily benefit Election College, but cost you nothing extra.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

actor Bruce McGill aka Edwin Stanton "Lincoln"

Patrick Lang discusses his two novels, "The Butcher’s Cleaver" and "Death Piled Hard," both of which focus on Claude Devereux, a Virginia banker who is recruited by the Confederate secret service and placed in the office of Union secretary of war Edwin Stanton.

I heard about a trucker who pulled off [the road] and wanted to get a cup of coffee, a burger, some fries, and just relax a little bit before he went back on the road. While he was in there, some bikers came by,tough guys. They decided they were going to cause some trouble by having a little fun with this man. They were acting like punks and took off his hat, drank his coffee, grabbed his fries, and just harassed him. They embarrassed him, intimidated him. He was afraid. He didnt know what to do; there were three of them and one of him. He basically just took it. He didnt say a word in his defense. He got up, paid for his meal, and he left the restaurant. One of the bikers looked at the waitress and made a snide remark. He said, That guy sure wasnt much of a man. Thats for sure. The waitress looked out the window and said, Well, I dont know if hes much of a man or not, but Ill tell you this: hes not much of a driver because he just ran over three motorcycles in the driveway. That is our natural tendency, is it not, when we have been wronged? Its to wrong back. When we have been hurt, its to hurt back. If weve been punched, its to punch back. Jesus is going to come and teach something radical. The words He is about to say have never been said. Thats how radical they are. Lets take a look [in Luke 6:27, page 1021 of pew Bibles), But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies… Love your enemies. What would you say had you been there that day for the sermon on the plain and you heard Him say that? You might say, What? Come again? Did I hear you correctly? Love my enemies? I can understand if I heard You say to tolerate my enemies. I can understand if You said dont seek revenge against my enemies, but come on? Love my enemies? How about if I just ignore my enemies? Maybe thats good enough, but love my enemies? We need to first understand what the word love means. The Greeks had many words for love. We have one word for love, and we use it for every kind of love we have. We might say, I love my family. I love my country. I love my favorite team. I love my church. I love pizza. I love puppies. One word covers the whole lot; but in the Greek, there were different words for different kinds of love because the love you have for your family is different than the love you have for your friends. Its a different kind of love than the love you have for your enemies. I have Eros for my wife; thats a passionate love. I have Phileo for my friends; thats a brotherly love. Agape love is something we should have for everybody, including our enemies. Agape love is a love that is not an emotion, as it is an act of the will. Its a decision to seek the highest and best for another-even the people you dont like or the people that dont like you. Rather than plotting revenge or wishing ill upon, you hope for the highest and best. Thats called agape love. Thats a God-kind of love. That does not come naturally. Jesus says it will manifest in several ways. First, He says it will manifest by the fact that you will do good to those who hate you. Secondly, you will bless those who curse you. Third, you will pray for those who mistreat you. Youll notice that each of these three things is an action, is it not? We think, I forgive and dont think about my enemies anymore. I tolerate my enemies. I should get a pat on the back. Thats good enough, right? Jesus says there is action to be done. Everything here is an action. Its taking initiative. Its a verb-to bless, to pray, to do good. Its not simply enough to tolerate. Do we do this? What does it look like when we do it-to do good for those who hate us? I head an example of a church that was very much involved in the pro-life movement. They were out there. They were picketing clinics, [putting out] a lot of literature, very active, a lot of sermons about the topic, very vocal, and really on the edge of that movement. There were some opponents who decided they were going to picket that church. Three groups banded together and showed up at the church. They said, Now its your turn to be picketed. So imagine coming to church on a Sunday morning. Youre going to come worship God and hear the Word, and you have to go through a line of angry protestors with signs saying bad things about you and your church. What would that church do? What would that pastor do? How would they respond? Would they retaliate? Would they exchange rhetoric? Would they make up signs and try to drown out the protestors? Or would they simply ignore them and pretend they werent there, hoping theyd go away? Heres what they did. They chose to follow the precepts in this message. They ordered extra coffee to be made that day and extra donuts to be bought. They would bring those to the protestors. Its really hard to be angry at somebody who brings you a donut. It really is. It would be like, Ahhhh! Ahhh! Ahh! Oh, thank you! Cream-filled. Oh, how nice. Or if that particular day was a cold, windy, rainy day, somebody brings you something warm to drink on a day like that, its hard to be angry, isnt it? It was also a rainy day, so they asked their parishioners to bring extra umbrellas. When the rain started to come down, they brought the umbrellas out to the protestors and gave them to them. They were ordered not to shout back. They were told to dialog if they wanted to, but they could just talk-not shout and not exchange rhetoric; they were there to listen and answer, not to exchange remarks of hatred. Do you think that church handled it the right way? They did, didnt they? They lived out what Jesus said here. Youre going to do good to those who hate you. Youre going to bless those who curse you. Remember we talked about bless last week. Jesus began His sermon on the plain by saying, Blessed are you when? We learned that that word bless is a different word than this word bless. That word bless was an adjective and described the emotion of happiness. Happy are you when you follow after God. This is a verb, and it comes from two words: good [and] word. Legeco. [It meant] to say a good thing about someone. So if somebody is saying ill about you and trashing you, rather than offer back more vial, venom and hate-filled speech in their direction, Jesus says, Bless them. Say a good word about them. Find something admirable that you can say. I think one of the best people I ever heard about doing this was Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln was a man who made friends out of his enemies. One of his arch rivals was a man by the name of Edwin Stanton. Edwin Stanton was the polar opposite of Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln was tall and gangly. This guy was short and stocky. Abraham Lincoln was a laid back good guy [with a] good sense of humor. This man was all business and did not have a good sense of humor. He was very high strung, very hyper. One was a republican; one was a democrat. Both had very different philosophies of what to do with slavery. They were both against it, but they had a different idea of how to handle things in the civil war. Politically, philosophically, temperament-wise, these two men were different. Stanton took every opportunity he had to attack Lincoln. He called him the original gorilla. Im not exactly sure what he meant by that, but he would say that a lot. He would not only attack mean-spirited stuff, but he would attack his appearance. He would talk about how ugly he was. When you look at the pictures, he was no prize himself. He would talk about his lack of intellect, how dumb he was. He would talk about how bad his policies were. He would just attack him at every front. Lincoln, of course, made it to the office, the Oval Office. He started to think about a secretary of war. He said, We need a man of conviction. We need a man of courage; a man that will stay his ground; a man who will work hard; a man who understands the cause. He said, Ive decided that man is Edwin Stanton. They said, Mr. Lincoln, you cannot be serious. You know the things he said about you. Mr. Lincoln said, Ive looked over the land. Hes the best man for the job. Hes the best man for our country at this time. So he made his nemesis the secretary of war. When it was all said and done and Lincoln lay dying in that bed across from Fords Theatre… Weve been there [by the way]; you can still see the blood-stained sheets and pillows, just like it was the day he died... They havent changed it, havent moved it. Stanton took off his hat and said, Now, he belongs to the ages. It is a famous quote. He said, Of the leaders of men, there was none greater than Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln made a friend of an enemy. Lincoln followed this precept. He could have exchanged rhetoric. They never would have had a friendship, and our country would have lost out on a good secretary of war when we needed him in our nations history. Do you read this stuff? Isnt this radical stuff here? Pray for those who mistreat you. Its hard to hate somebody that youre praying for. Pray for those who mistreat you. (Picking up on Luke 6:28, still page 1021), If somebody strikes you on the cheek, turn the other cheek also. If he takes your cloak, give him your tunic. Give to everyone who asks of you, and anyone who takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do you do that? Do unto others as youd have them do to you. If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. If you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? How different from the world is that? Even sinners do that. And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. So if youre truly going to stand out from the world, you have to be different from the world. When Christians follow these precepts and principles, they do stand out. They do look different. There is a striking resemblance to the Lord, and there is a cause to go who in the world are these people? How in the world can they do that and think that way? Remember the story in the news not long ago, the tragic story about the man who-for whatever reason-broke into an Amish schoolhouse and killed five little girls in cold blood? That is a horrific story. Its hard to imagine a worse story than that. We dont know a lot about the Amish, really. We know how they dress; we know theyre religious; we know theyre separatists. We understand they dont participate with the culture-they have their own culture. They dont watch television, have electricity, or any of that. We understand that, but really, do we understand the inns and outs? Maybe we have seen a documentary from time to time or toured an Amish community. We have some knowledge, but they are a bit of an enigma to us, arent they? When we see them in a restaurant-occasionally theyll come out in public… They dress differently; they look differently; its a little awkward. How many [of you] have ever had a meaningful conversation with somebody who is Amish? A few of us. The bottom line is other than those things, they are just people like us, but we tend to not understand them. I tell you what, the world stood up and took notice because the world watched how they responded. I watched as the leader of that group got up and stood in front of those cameras. We want the world to know that we forgive this man. Peoples jaws dropped, and they said, How in the world do you forgive a man who did what he did? That family, that Amish community, that night was at the home of the killer-the family of the killer-reaching out to them. Radical? Crazy? [Yes], but Biblical. Its what a Christ-follower is expected to do. When you truly live the way Jesus said to live here, you will stand out. You will not blend in. Its pretty radical stuff. People respond to it. They were praying for the victims family. He said, We can only do this by the grace of God. Jesus commanded us to do this. We want Jesus to forgive us, so we have made a choice to forgive this man from our hearts. I met man while I was playing basketball-hopefully, Ill play again one day… He was pretty active; he just moved into the community. There are times when people just rub you the wrong way, and we kind of rubbed each other the wrong way. I remember during one game, we had an argument about what the score was. I got a little demonstrative about the score. I said, Thats not the score! He didnt like my tone, so he decided he was going to show me one of his fingers…for an extended period of time. He really wanted me to see it good and study it for some reason. I took offense to that. I just looked at him and didnt say anything back. I didnt show him any of my fingers. I said, Okay, all right. Not long after that, the play resumed, and he was hit in the head. [He received] a pretty good cut. The Lord spoke to me and said-not audibly, but I just felt impressed that this was the time to make a move, so I finished him off. I beat him to a pulp (congregation laughing). I ran out, ran down and grabbed an ice pack. I came back, gave it to him, and helped him off the court. I checked up on him and made sure he was okay. Guess what two guys became friends from that day to this, almost 17 years later? Thats right. How did that happen? I did [a] good [thing] to somebody who didnt like me. I followed these principles. I dont always do it the right way. You dont always do it the right way. Sometimes we falter; but when we truly do it the way God wants us to do it, well stand out. Why? Because well be like God. He says, …but love your enemies and do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and youll be like sons of the Most High because He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Be merciful just as your Father in Heaven is merciful. He says, Youre going to be like God if you do this. Have you ever heard the Scripture that says, You know he causes rain to fall on the just and the unjust. People will usually quote that, meaning that bad things happen to good people. They say, Rain falls on the just and the unjust. Thats not what Jesus is talking about. Hes talking about just the exact opposite. He says in Matthew 5[:45], He caused the rain to fall to the just and the unjust. It was blessings. He causes the sun to shine on the just and the unjust. Its talking about the goodness of God to people who dont love Him. Jesus says, When you do that, youre like God. Thats what got us in trouble to begin with, because we wanted to be like God. We thought to be like God, we should be in charge of our own life and our own destiny. He says, No, if you are merciful, if you do the things Im talking about here today, youre going to be like God. Theres a law at work, and that law is called the Law of Reciprocity. The Law of Reciprocity is described in these verses. It says (in Luke 6:37), Do not judge and you will not be judged. By the way, were going to talk about that the next time Im here because thats one of the most quoted, misunderstood verses in the Bible. Do not condemn and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. The Law of Reciprocity: its going to come back to you. Its a strange expression, isnt it? Will it be poured into your lap? Where does that come from? Some of your Bibles might say be poured into your bosom. They had the robes, and they would tie them up with the belt. It would form a pocket here. They could actually carry things; if we needed to carry something, we just put it in your pocket. It was right here (pointing to the bosom area). It was in your clothing. So, Jesus is using a word picture. He says, Well…give into your bosom or put on your lap… Its like a guy sitting down with his breasts full or his lap full of stuff in his pocket. If Jesus were giving the sermon today, He might say, Men are going to give to you until your pockets are full. Youre going to be blessed. If the Law of Reciprocity is true in the positive-if we give, well be given unto us; if we forgive, well be forgiven; if we love, well receive love back; its also true in the negative. If we hate, we will what? Reap hate. If we have unforgiveness, we will reap? Unforgiveness. If we dont have mercy, we will not receive mercy. You say, Well, why do I have to love my enemies? If you dont love your enemies, youll hate your enemies. If you have hate and unforgiveness in your heart, it will consume you. It will take over you. Were going to watch a vivid illustration of this. Theres an alien symbiote that lands on our friend, Peter Parker (from Spiderman 3), transforming him from a good guy to a bad guy. He kind of likes the power; he kind of likes the edginess, but pretty soon he finds out he cant live with himself. He wants to get rid of this presence in his life that has started taking over. While hes doing that, his nemesis, Eddie Brock, is praying for revenge. Lets watch. Some of you are thinking, How in the world did you get a clip from Spiderman 3? We know people. [No], its legal. He just consumed it. I hate it when that happens, but hate takes over, and it consumes. It will transform you into a person you do not want to become. It will begin to infiltrate and penetrate into every area of your life. Jesus says, God wants you free from that. Its a choice you make. Through unforgiveness, through hatred, through bitterness, we allow that to reside. We give it permission to be in our lives. What youll find is over time, when resentments and wrongs and so forth arent dealt with as Christ wants them to be dealt with, they dont go away. They spread. They grow, and they mutate. They transform, and its not a good transformation. I have a laptop, and Ive been playing with the laptop. Were using it for our ministry here, and the family computer-in the meantime-got a hold of one of those crazy pop-ups [that come up] all the time. They said, We cant use the computer. Its just popping up all the time. So you try to run the scanning programs to get rid of it, but it wouldnt get rid of it. I started researching it. It said you cant get rid of it because you gave it permission to be there. It was the kind of thing you had to manually download into your computer, so it overrode the protection because you gave it permission to be there. Therefore, you have to get rid of it manually. It comes on your computer and says, Warning! Your computer has been attacked. Download this now to protect your computer. This is an anti-virus, anti-spam that will protect your computer. When you downloaded it, it actually was the problem. It is the enemy. It is what you dont want, but it comes in disguise. Does that sound familiar to you? The Bible says the enemy comes like an angel of light. He tries to make the wrong thing sound very good. He tries to give us all the right reasons why we dont need to follow what God says to do, and we allow it in. I couldnt get it off. I tried scanning. I tried talking with tech-support. It would pop up during tech support, and it wouldnt go away. In fact, I would try to read, and it would block half of what tech support from Norton was saying. I could only read the right half and try to figure it out. I typed back, Can you please type on the right side only because I cant see what youre saying. Heres whats going on. I was supposed to start the computer in safe mode. Even in safe mode, it would attack. It would pop up. It wouldnt let me run safe mode. This was a problem! I started doing some research, and I found that there was a company that had found a way to isolate this particular problem, so I purchased it. As I was buying it, it was a war. This thing had pop-ups like six in a row, boom, boom, boom. You couldnt click them out fast enough. It was just me and this adware thing! It was two in the morning, and I was thinking, I will defeat you! The closer I got to a solution, the crazier this thing got. Finally, I have to be careful what I say because if I say I have it solved, I will go home and find pop-ups everywhere. Finally, for the first time in any scan, I captured something that said it was that very thing. Then the computer asked me the question, Would you like to remove this? There it was, this monster, this pop-up maniac. It was reduced to this little file with a check mark in it. Do you want to remove it? I was like, I shall destroy you!! Ahhhh! So far, its doing pretty well. But friends, if you have that in your lives, you have to remove that because its only going to get worse over time. It will consume you. It may not turn you into our friend Venom on the screen, but its venomness. Its poison, and it spreads. Jesus says, I dont want that in My followers. God wants us free. What a perfect time and what a perfect message to receive communion. Think about it. Jesus modeled this Scripture, didnt He, on the cross? He did good for those who hated Him. While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. He blessed those who cursed Him. He prayed for those who mistreated Him. Father, forgive them. They know not what they do. God chose, instead of wrath, upon a rebellious people, He chose to pay the price by sending His Son. [He chose to] offer forgiveness and eternal life. Jesus was not a hypocrite. He lived what He preached. On the Sermon on the Mount and on the Sermon on the Plain, He did that very thing. So many of the followers of Christ, and the Apostle Paul, were going to read about the Apostle Paul was His enemy. His job was to destroy the church. He wanted to literally eliminate Christianity from the globe. He became the most radical, sold-out missionary for Christ ever. God loves His enemies. If youre here today and you dont know the Lord, youre not serving the Lord, He doesnt hate you. Hes not looking to punish you. He loves you. He wants to have a relationship with you through Jesus Christ, if youll allow Him to-if you will invite Him in, even today. Were going to ask you to bow your heads right now and just pray. Were going to have some music playing for us as we prepare our hearts. I believe well have communion if our ushers could serve that for us at this time. Just use this as a time of meditation and reflection. If youre here this morning and you are not a member of our church, but you are a follower of Christ, then you are welcome to receive with us today. This is open communion. You are a part of our family if you name His name. Id like to read from 1 Corinthians 11. The Apostle Paul says, For I receive from the Lord what I also passed onto you The Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me. In the same way, after supper, He took the cup, saying, This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of Me. He was sharing with the Disciples something they did not understand. That is He was not going to offer up a lamb. He was going to offer up His life. He was going to become a lamb. He was going to become the sacrifice. He says, Its for you. Its personal. Its for you. Christ died for you, not just for humanity. He died for you. So as we pray, say, Thank you for dying for me. Anything you need to confess to Him, confess it this morning. Any unforgiveness in your heart, make it right. Choose today to agape. God will give you the strength to do that. Choose today to be free. We saw that clip. We are either seeking to get rid of those demons, remove them from our lives, or we are allowing them to stay. Which are you today? Its my hope that you will walk out of this place-if thats you-free men and women because as you have been forgiven, you have chosen to forgive. Lets just have a few minutes of quiet reflection and meditation, and then I will pray. Well then receive of the elements together. Maybe some of those pop-ups are going off in your minds right now-just all the reasons why you shouldnt do this, all the reasons why you shouldnt forgive. Friends, that should be a warning flag to you-the reason that you need to. It is going to want to hold on; its going to want to stay; its going to want to hide, but you have to bring it into the light, so the Lord can remove it from your life. Father, as we gather around Your table today, we are mindful of a Savior who practiced what He preached, who loved those who did not love Him back, who did good to those who hated Him, who blessed those who cursed Him, who prayed for those who mistreated Him, who gave His life even for people who tried to destroy His church. Lord, we are recipients of that love today, so we give You thanks and praise, and we worship You for who You are. We thank You for all Youve done. We pray for Your forgiveness for our sins. Lord, as You taught us to forgive, help us to be forgiving people. As You demonstrated love, help us to be a loving people, to live out-with Your help-these principles You taught that day and are still teaching. We pray that we would be free, that the Law of Reciprocity would work in our favor, that our lap would be full of blessings. Thank You for Your sacrifice, for Your love. My prayer today is for those whove not received You, that even this morning, they would say, Come into my life, Lord Jesus. Forgive my sins. Change me. Make me new. In Your name we pray, Amen. Remembering His sacrifice, lets receive together of His broken body and of His shed blood with grateful hearts.