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When he spoke at all he spoke explicitly; and he plainly, though without acerbity, exhibited his likes and dislikes.
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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “When he spoke at all he spoke explicitly; and he plainly, though without acerbity, exhibited his likes and dislikes.”
Editor's note · Context
This quote highlights Van Buren's straightforwardness in expressing his opinions, countering claims of ambiguity in his political stance.
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