Did Lincoln believe that whites were superior to blacks?

Answer 1

no

Answer 2

Lincoln evolved in his views over time. While he initially held some white supremacist beliefs, he eventually became staunchly against slavery and fought for the abolition of it. He believed in the equality of all individuals, regardless of race, and issued the Emancipation Proclamation to free slaves in Confederate states during the American Civil War. However, it is important to note that Lincoln's views on racial equality were not fully developed and he prioritized preserving the Union over complete racial equality during his presidency.