On the record
No man has ever more consistently devoted his energies to the service of the nation with less regard for personal advancement.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgNo man has ever more consistently devoted his energies to the service of the nation with less regard for personal advancement.
Laski praises a statesman's commitment to national service over personal gain.
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