In reviewing the events of that day, whatever may be thought respecting their wisdom and expediency, candid men of all parties will concede that the Republican leaders exhibited great determination of purpose, remarkable steadiness of nerve and unflagging devotion to principle.
Blaine acknowledges the determination and commitment of Republican leaders during a challenging day in Congress.
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The two schools in short marked the dividing line between the radical and the conservative.
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