This sudden extension of the movement attracted widespread attention, and although the convention was marked by great turbulence and guided by inconspicuous leaders, it seemed as if by magic to take possession of a popular issue which gathered about its standard thousands of earnest men.
This quote reflects the dynamic nature of political movements and their ability to rally support around significant issues.
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I discerned also unmistakable evidences of stern integrity, earnest patriotism, and unswerving fidelity.
If Clinton was the Hampden of the colonial period, Robert Yates could well be called its Pym.
But Tilden, conscious of the need of an anti-Tweed legislature, had surmised the Ring's plan as early as Tweed devised it, and he replied with firmness that everything beside the legislative ticket was of minor importance to him.
If Joel Weed lived as a beggar, Thurlow thought as a king.
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