“When the history of his time is written he will stand forth as the great figure in the years which have been so crowded with events. He gained the entire confidence of the nation by his patriotism, wisdom and ability, just as he won its love by his kindness and goodness to all men.”

—  William McKinley

Senator Henry Cabot Lodge. The Authentic Life of President McKinley, page 413.

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