With him the struggle was not only one of principle, but of pride; not merely of judgment, but of temper; and he communicated to the legions throughout the country, who regarded him with reverence and gratitude, a full measure of his own animosity against Clay.
Blaine illustrates the personal stakes involved in political struggles, particularly the animosity felt towards Clay.
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