Without the opportunity for elaborate investigation of each subject as it arises, he must have a mind well stored with knowledge; without time for leisurely composition, he must possess the power of writing off-hand with force and precision.
Blaine emphasizes the necessity of knowledge and quick thinking for newspaper editors.
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It was the insane folly of the South, in drawing the sword against the life of the Nation, that led irresistibly to the abolition of slavery.
In all the revolted states, upon the testimony of your ablest generals, there is no safety to the property or lives of loyal men.
Such an opportunity would have been a menace to the public credit, and would have proved a constant source of corruption.
The wisdom of maintaining that institution was abundantly vindicated by the results of the war.
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