The party was small in number, but its membership was distinguished for intellectual ability, for high character, for pure philanthropy, for unquailing courage both moral and physical, and for a controversial talent which has never been excelled in the history of moral reforms.
Blaine describes the Abolition party's members as distinguished individuals despite their small numbers.
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