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De Alexander: “Believe me, there is no affectation in my saying that I would not now exchange the feelings and associations of the…”

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Believe me, there is no affectation in my saying that I would not now exchange the feelings and associations of the vanquished William H.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This quote expresses a deep emotional connection to past experiences despite a loss in political standing.

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