It is doubtful if the latter could have been nominated President at Baltimore had he allowed the use of his name, but it was greatly to his credit, showing the sincerity of his friendship for Van Buren, that he spurned the suggestion and promptly declined a unanimous nomination for Vice President.
This passage underscores the integrity and loyalty of a politician who declined a nomination for the sake of friendship.
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