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He was not without ambitions for himself; but they were always subordinate in him to the love of party and friends.
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This quote reveals his ambition while highlighting his loyalty to his party and friends.
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It cared nothing for the Democratic party except as it contributed to its selfish ends.
And what have I to lose by withdrawing and leaving the party unembarrassed?
This reckless claim amazed his friends as much as it aroused his enemies, and he at once became the object of most cutting reproaches.
Why should we now make any concessions to them?
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