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It must have cost this master-spirit of his age a deep sigh to give up a position in which his work had been so wise and helpful.
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This quote reflects on the emotional toll of relinquishing a significant political position, underscoring the sacrifices made by leaders.
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It cared nothing for the Democratic party except as it contributed to its selfish ends.
And what have I to lose by withdrawing and leaving the party unembarrassed?
This is the spirit in which I have determined for myself to come up to this great question, and to pass through it.
If Joel Weed lived as a beggar, Thurlow thought as a king.
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