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He deeply resented Clinton's control of the Federalists, because it made his father a leader only in name; and to show his dislike of Federalist methods he associated and voted with the Bucktails.
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This quote reflects the personal and political tensions between Clinton and his opponents, highlighting the impact of political control on family legacy.
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