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| The text of the beginning of the proclamation |
In the Emancipation Proclamation, Lincoln said that all slaves in the rebelling states would be free, but those in the border states would not be. He says these freed people should abstain from violence unless it is in self-defense, and should also find jobs so they can make "reasonable wages." In addition, Lincoln stated that executive government, including the military, will recognize the former slaves' freedom and will help maintain it.
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| President Woodrow Wilson |
The proclamation is similar to Woodrow Wilson's address to the Senate announcing the passing of the 19th Amendment since in both instances, a previously oppressed minority is getting their rights expanded, as with the passing of the amendment, women earned suffrage.
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