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He had a quick insight into character, and at a glance could tell a man who would resist and resent from one who would silently submit.
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Blaine notes a leader's ability to discern character quickly, an important trait for effective leadership.
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Under such circumstances, to send a military force into any State, with orders to act against the people, would be simply making war upon them.
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