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De Alexander: “He did not wait for emergencies to arise, but considering them in advance as possible contingencies, he exercised an…”

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He did not wait for emergencies to arise, but considering them in advance as possible contingencies, he exercised an unobtrusive but masterful authority when the necessity for action came.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This passage highlights the importance of proactive leadership and the ability to act decisively when needed.

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