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De Alexander: “But, as a politician, he was as false as his capacity would allow him to be, having no hesitation, either from principle…”

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But, as a politician, he was as false as his capacity would allow him to be, having no hesitation, either from principle or fear, to say or do anything that served his purpose.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This quote reflects Alexander's critical view of a politician's integrity and character.

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