4 things communicators can learn from a new Lincoln flick

#MiniAbe prepares for the Oscars with a video from the Illinois Office of Tourism that is bound to go viral.

By Ann Tracy Mueller | Posted: February 22, 2013
We waited for years for one of the most powerful movies about Abraham Lincoln to ever come out of Hollywood. Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln didn’t disappoint. But that big-time movie guy better watch out, because on the cusp of his film’s 12 potential Oscars, the $65-million, 150-minute Lincoln experience has a bit of competition. Take a look at this fun little 1:29-minute clip from the Illinois Office of Tourism. “We’re bringing the character of ‘Mini Abe’ t read more...

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