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Famous Americans of Recent Times by Parton, James

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The Role of Passion in Statesmanship

"Can a leader truly serve the nation if their decisions are driven by personal passions rather than detached reason?"

Portrait of John Randolph
John Randolph
Portrait of Daniel Webster
Daniel Webster
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The Morality of Accumulation

"Is the relentless pursuit of wealth inherently immoral, even if it benefits society in some ways?"

Portrait of Stephen Girard
Stephen Girard
Portrait of Charles Goodyear
Charles Goodyear
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The Limits of Compromise

"Are there certain fundamental principles that should never be compromised, even in the face of political expediency?"

Portrait of Henry Clay
Henry Clay
Portrait of John C. Calhoun
John C. Calhoun
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The Nature of Progress

"Does true progress lie in technological innovation and economic expansion, or in the preservation of tradition and the well-being of all citizens?"

Portrait of Charles Goodyear
Charles Goodyear
Portrait of John Randolph
John Randolph
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