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De Alexander: “The great coalition which was to stand so strong and to work such wonders during the next half-century doubtless had a…”

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The great coalition which was to stand so strong and to work such wonders during the next half-century doubtless had a period of feebleness in the first months of its existence; but never in its history has it had stronger or more influential men in its ranks, or abler and more determined leaders to direct its course.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This emphasizes the strength and potential of a political coalition during its formative months.

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