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His associates were the leading Federalists; his principles were the pillars of his party; and his ambitions centred in the success and strength of his country.
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This passage highlights the alignment of a Federalist leader's ambitions with the success of the nation, as seen by Alexander.
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This is the spirit in which I have determined for myself to come up to this great question, and to pass through it.
And is it not needed when its taking helps us and hurts our enemy?
No, Sirs! we know very little of the art of war, and General Scott a great deal.
His lightest word, sent thrilling to the rim of a vast audience, swayed it with the magic of control.
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