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If he is not to be compared with Washington, he was at least worthy to be the countryman of Washington, and to hold a high place among the statesmen of the Republic which Washington founded.
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Hoar acknowledges that while his friend may not reach Washington's level, he still holds significant merit as a statesman.
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