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We see men who have been ruined without fault, and men who have made great fortunes without industry.
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Alexander points out the stark contrast between the fates of individuals in the economy, raising questions about fairness and merit.
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Thoughtful men who were not in any sense political partisans gave careful heed to his words.
People were getting tired of bold action without achievement in the field, and every opponent of the Administration became a threnodist.
And what have I to lose by withdrawing and leaving the party unembarrassed?
This reckless claim amazed his friends as much as it aroused his enemies, and he at once became the object of most cutting reproaches.
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