 A man had figured a way to steal $600 legally. He just needed his lawyer, Abraham Lincoln, to help him. It took no time at all for Honest Dave to respond, Oh, you're legally right. I won't argue that. But you're morally wrong. Besides, you look like a right, healthy young man. Why don't you go out and earn yourself $600 honestly? And honesty paid off. Lincoln's reputation grew because people knew he could be trusted. A penny for your thoughts.