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Nevertheless, he struggled on with industry and courage for more than twenty years, occasionally coming into public or political notice as a writer of caustic letters, or as a candidate for office.
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In this passage, Alexander acknowledges the perseverance of a man who continued to engage in politics despite numerous setbacks.
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