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But the foresight exhibited in changing from Church to Hendricks on the eighth ballot discovered a mind singularly skilled in controlling the actions of men.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote reflects Alexander's view on the strategic decision-making during a political convention.

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