The Governor was, as just said, an example of Emerson's famous saying that a Conservative is a Democrat grown old and gone to seed.
George F. Hoar: “The Governor was, as just said, an example of Emerson's famous saying that a Conservative is a Democrat grown old and…”
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Hoar reflects on the political evolution of individuals over time, using a quote from Emerson to illustrate his point.
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