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He had his beliefs and stood by them; but he was never aggressive.
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gutenberg.orgHenry Watterson: “He had his beliefs and stood by them; but he was never aggressive.”
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Watterson admires a man for his steadfast beliefs and non-aggressive demeanor, highlighting the value of conviction without hostility.
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