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The Republican Party was founded in 1854 with a core mission to end the institution of slavery. From its very beginning, it stood against the expansion of human bondage and fought tirelessly for the freedom of all Americans, regardless of race. Visionary leaders like Abraham Lincoln championed the cause, refusing to compromise on the principle that every person deserves liberty.Through the Civil War and the passage of the 13th Amendment, Republicans delivered the decisive blow that abolished slavery forever. They pushed forward with the 14th and 15th Amendments, securing citizenship and voting rights for freed slaves. These were bold, principled actions rooted in the belief that America must live up to its founding ideals of equality under the lawEven today, conservatives carry forward this legacy of individual freedom and opportunity for every citizen. We reject any narrative that divides Americans or rewrites our history to diminish the profound sacrifices made by Republicans to free the slaves and build a more perfect union. True progress comes from honoring that courageous history, not erasing it.