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The only enthusiasm of the campaign was in the new party, and it was perfectly spontaneous and fervid.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Julian: “The only enthusiasm of the campaign was in the new party, and it was perfectly spontaneous and fervid.”
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Julian highlights the genuine enthusiasm of the new political party during the campaign.
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