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While the issues of the war were retreating into the past the mercenary element of Republicanism had gradually secured the ascendancy, and completely appropriated the President.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Julian: “While the issues of the war were retreating into the past the mercenary element of Republicanism had gradually secured…”
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Julian observes the shift in Republicanism towards a more mercenary approach, impacting leadership.
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