Now, however, these accomplished political gladiators proposed to give battle at the polls, and if their influence throughout the State had been as potent as it proved within the wards of New York City, the day of DeWitt Clinton's destiny must have been nearly over.
This quote discusses the political challenges faced by DeWitt Clinton and the potential impact of local political battles on his future.
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