"There was nothing in all Douglas's powerful effort that appealed to the higher instincts of human nature, while Lincoln always touched sympathetic cords. Lincoln's speech excited and sustained the enthusiasm of his audience to the end"

This quote by Henry Villard speaks to the power of Abraham Lincoln's oratory. While Douglas's efforts were effective, they did not attract the higher instincts of human nature. On the other hand, Lincoln's speech had the ability to touch supportive cables and excite and sustain the enthusiasm of his audience. This speaks to the power of Lincoln's words and his capability to get in touch with his audience on a much deeper level. Lincoln's words were able to move people and inspire them to action. His words were able to stimulate feeling and create an enduring effect on his audience. Lincoln's words were powerful and his ability to connect with his audience was unequaled.