Lincoln is a 2012 American historical drama film directed and produced by Steven Spielberg, starring Daniel Day-Lewis as U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. Don't forget to take notes on this film, especially noting scenes where strength of character and stereotypes of leadership are important.

After you have done the reading and viewed the film, review your notes and consider two questions:

How did Lincoln show himself to be an effective leader?

How has Lincoln shaped implicit ideas about leadership today?