He was such an admirable man and he wanted the best for everyone because he saw the value in everyone, regardless of the color of their skin. Lincoln was very intelligent from a young age and has very good social skills. In the movie, it is said that everyone loved him on several occasions and that he seemed very confident in his decisions and actions. These are all characteristics of the great man theory and the theory that Lincoln is least associated with is the power approach to theory. I do not believe that Lincoln's actions were motivated by power. For him, others were his equals and he wanted what was best for him.