JQAs influence on the Emancipation Proclaimation

I just learned that John Quincy Adams wrote about the idea that if there was a civil war, the president could use his war powers to abolish slavery. I was wondering if there is any evidence that Lincoln knew about this or if Adams' words had any impact on Lincolns decision to free the slaves in the rebelling states.

Thanks!

Posted Jul 6, 2026, 9:05 PM UTC

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