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Benjamin Disraeli: But it was not that he merely expressed opinions upon these subjects; he came forward with details in support of his…

On the recordJanuary 1, 1852
But it was not that he merely expressed opinions upon these subjects; he came forward with details in support of his principles and policy, which it had before been believed none but a minister could command.
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Benjamin Disraeli

Editor's note · Context

In his biography of Lord George Bentinck, Disraeli praises Bentinck's ability to provide detailed support for his political principles.

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