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Clay's defeat was received by his devoted followers as the knell of their hopes.
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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “Clay's defeat was received by his devoted followers as the knell of their hopes.”
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This statement captures the emotional response of Clay's supporters to his electoral defeat, marking a significant moment in political history.
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