Emancipation Timing: Critics argue that Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation came relatively late in the Civil War, and it only applied to Confederate states.
Suspension of Habeas Corpus: Lincoln's suspension of habeas corpus during the Civil War led to arrests and detentions without trial, raising civil liberties concerns.
Racist Statements: Lincoln made statements that, by today's standards, could be seen as racially insensitive.
Execution of Dakota Men: He approved the execution of 38 Dakota men in Minnesota, which is now criticized as a harsh response to the Dakota War of 1862.
Compensated Emancipation: Lincoln initially supported the idea of compensating slave owners for freeing their slaves, which some argue favored slaveholders.
Colonization Efforts: Lincoln backed the idea of colonizing freed African Americans outside the United States.
Reluctance on Women's Suffrage: He was not a strong advocate for women's suffrage during his presidency.
Native American Policies: Lincoln continued policies that marginalized and displaced Native American communities.