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He spoke too rapidly, and he was wanting in imagination, without which eloquence of the highest character is impossible.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
This passage highlights Alexander's view on Van Buren's speaking style, emphasizing his rapid speech and lack of imagination as limitations.
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