It is not because of his integrity alone that it relies on an honest man, but it has more confidence in his judgment and wise conduct, in the long run, than in the schemes of those of greater intellect who go at large without any landmarks of principle.
Hoar emphasizes the importance of integrity and sound judgment over mere intellect in leadership.
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He would undoubtedly have taken a very high place in the public and official life of his generation if he had found himself in accord with either of the great political parties.
His life, so far as he took part in political affairs, was devoted to objects wholly public, never personal.
Never rode to the wrong's redressing A worthier paladin.
But I cannot see it to be my duty to join in a secession from the Whig Party for the purpose of putting Mr.
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