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“Those who have wrought great changes in the world never succeeded by gaining over chiefs; but always by exciting the multitude. The first is the resource of intrigue and produces only secondary results, the second is the resort of genius and transforms the universe.”

Quote by Martin Van Buren

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Martin Van Buren

Martin Van Buren was the 8th President of the United States, born on December 5, 1782, and died on July 24, 1862. He held several significant political positions during his career, including Governor of New York and Secretary of State. Van Buren is known for his practical approach to politics and realism in foreign policy. more

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