De Alexander: “But if Clinton lacked patience, and temporarily, perhaps, the virtue…”

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But if Clinton lacked patience, and temporarily, perhaps, the virtue of temperance, he did not lack force of will and strength of intellect.

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Alexander assesses Clinton's character, highlighting his determination despite personal flaws.

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