He accomplished this great labor more successfully by honest and lawful methods than if he had taken the path of the strong-handed savior of society, and his work in this field did more for the welfare of his country than all his battles.
Lodge argues that Washington's lawful methods were more beneficial for the country than forceful actions.
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