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He had courage, a social and cheerful temper, engaging manners, and extraordinary application.
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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “He had courage, a social and cheerful temper, engaging manners, and extraordinary application.”
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This description captures the personal qualities that contributed to Van Buren's effectiveness in politics.
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