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Congress salutes Lincoln on 150th anniversary of his death

Posted by Jenna Ebersole on April 15, 2015

As the nation remembered an assassinated president this week, lawmakers joined in honoring Abraham Lincoln on Twitter with photos, favorite quotes and even sketches of a leader who helped save the union.

Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theatre 150 years ago Tuesday and died the following day. Congress helped celebrate his legacy this week as an emancipator, Republican and fighter for freedom.

Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)

"150 yrs ago today President Lincoln succumbed to his wounds. As Secretary Stanton said 'Now he belongs to the ages.'"  

Rep. John Shimkus (R-Ill.)

"Church bells are ringing in DC remembering the passing of President Abraham Lincoln 150 years ago today."

Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Texas):

"In remembrance of President Lincoln's assassination I thumbed through one of my favorite books, Lincoln at Peoria. http://t.co/95lfevvGgJ"

 Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.):

"150 years ago today, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. Help me honor his legacy by fighting for freedom. http://t.co/PrQNP24xYL"

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.):

"Today we observe 150th anniversary of Pres. Lincoln's assassination, honor him for holding union together, emancipating millions #Lincoln150"

Rep. Cresent Hardy (R-Nev.):

"Honoring great leaders -- Yesterday: Thomas Jefferson's birthday. Today: 150th ann. of Abe Lincoln's assassination https://t.co/WZbJD1kSfI"

Rep. Mike Kelly (R-Pa.)

"150 years ago today, President #Lincoln was assassinated. His mighty legacy lives on. 'Now he belongs to the ages.'"

Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah):

"Today marks 150 yrs since President Abraham Lincoln was fatally shot. Im continually inspired by his wise words today"

Rep. John Delaney (D-Md.):

"On this day in 1865, one of our greatest leaders, President Lincoln was shot. 1865 coverage from the NYT here: http://t.co/SwC6tt4Rz4"

Rep. Joe Pitts (R-Pa.):

"It's been 150 years since Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theatre. Here are 4 sketches I drew of how he aged in office. http://t.co/OCNFcbbLHy"