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What does it mean?
Truman expresses blunt support for Jimmy Byrnes and dismisses opposition.
In plain terms
Truman supports Byrnes strongly and rejects other candidates.
What can you take from it?
Political loyalty can be expressed simply and directly.

Where it applies

  • campaigning
  • endorsements
  • political debates

Putting it to work

  • state political endorsements
  • show party loyalty

Questions to consider

  • How do you choose political allies?
  • When is blunt support appropriate?

Another view

The quote lacks nuance regarding political choices.

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