Epicureans followed Epicurus’ philosophy that emphasized pleasure and happiness, particularly gained from food and wine. This was in contrast to religious beliefs that disfavored indulgence in worldly pleasures.
No they do not. because as Solomon said it, ...grievous words stirreth up anger... and as he said, they don't. notice people in an argument are usually yelling or angry. unless it's a friendly argument of course. so no they do not.
Lincoln's major war aim was to preserve the Union, or the whole nation.