What inspired the decision to focus on the rivalry between Clay, Calhoun, and Webster?
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What inspired the decision to focus on the rivalry between Clay, Calhoun, and Webster?
Did anyone else feel the political debates felt surprisingly modern in their intensity?
How did the author balance the complex personalities of these three figures without favoring one too much?