He thought he was a great political leader, and he might have been if he had ever been sure of himself; but he was one of the poorest judges of men, and in that way was often deceived, often misled, and often led to change his opinions....
Alexander reflects on the shortcomings of a political leader's judgment and self-awareness.
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He used to get angry with men simply because they voted against him on questions in which he took an interest.
He saw the importance of devoting the resources of the State to the reduction of its debt.
People were getting tired of bold action without achievement in the field, and every opponent of the Administration became a threnodist.
And, Governor Seward, I have made it, though it be conceited in me to say so.
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