Which of the following statements bet describes what is occurring in the land surrounding the sarah desert? a. desertification is increasing and the desert is expanding b. fewer people are trying to farm in this semi-arid region c. the desert is shrinking with the increased use of irrigation d. increased urbanization has resulted in decreased deforestation

answer; i believe that the correct answer is,lies(political rhetoric);

abraham lincoln  (february 12, 1809  – april 15, 1865) was an american statesman, politician, and lawyer who served as the 16th  president of the united states  from 1861 until  his assassination  in april 1865. lincoln led the nation through the  american civil war, its bloodiest war and its greatest moral, constitutional, and political crisis.[2][3]  he preserved the  union,  abolished slavery, strengthened the  federal government, and modernized  the u.s. economy.