But he had a rare gift of seizing upon the thought which was uppermost in the minds of excellent and sensible men, country farmers, skilled workmen in the shops, business men, expressing it in a clear and vigorous way, always agreeing with the best sentiment of the people.
Hoar praises Chapin's ability to articulate the thoughts of ordinary people effectively and clearly.
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