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Portrait of Henry Clay

Henry Clay

Speaker of the House of Representatives and a prominent political figure, known for his eloquence and charisma.

From "John Quincy Adams: American Statesmen Series" by Morse, John T., Jr. (John Torrey)

Core Belief

"Believed in the importance of national unity and economic development, but also held a strong sense of personal ambition and a desire for political power."

Worldview

Saw the world as a stage for his own talents and ambitions, and believed that his personal success was intertwined with the success of the nation.

Personality

Eloquent, charismatic, and ambitious, he possessed a strong sense of personal honor, but was often impulsive and prone to outbursts of anger.

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