Too great to yield, and too noble to insult; superior to misfortune, and generous in success, let us untaintedly preserve the character which we have gained, and show to future ages an example of unequalled magnanimity.
Paine exhorts Americans to uphold their noble character, demonstrating magnanimity in both adversity and triumph for future generations.
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