Probably the best way (although no way is infallible) to tell the worth of a naval commander as yet untried in war is to get at the estimate in which he is held by the best fighting men who would have to serve under him.
In an essay discussing military leadership, this passage suggests that the most reliable measure of an untried commander's potential is the respect and confidence of their subordinates.
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I wish to say that the Progressive Party is making its appeal to all our fellow citizens without any regard to their creed or to their birthplace.
Practical equality of opportunity for all citizens, when we achieve it, will have two great results.
Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.
the fate of the leader for the time being is of little consequence, but the cause itself must in the end triumph, for its triumph is essential to the well-being of the American people.
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