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Of all the old and experienced members of the Senate, it was freely admitted that none surpassed him in a knowledge of the affairs of the State, or in a readiness to debate leading questions.
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This statement acknowledges a senator's exceptional knowledge and debate skills among his peers in the Senate.
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