Joe Biden inherits a deeply divided America, perhaps that’s why he gave a nod to Abraham Lincoln

With each inauguration of a new US president, we often hear about their predecessors.

Perhaps it’s because of the former presidents in attendance at the actual ceremony — or this year, the one who was not.

Joe Biden’s inauguration was a chance for “46” to put his own stamp on the role. But if you paid attention, you likely heard him reference another president: Abraham Lincoln.

What were the main throwbacks?

Aside from symbolic nods — such the service for COVID-19 victims at the Lincoln Memorial on January 19 — there were also two strong links back to Lincoln in President Biden’s inaugural address.