Simple words, strong sentiments, a sure compass: the qualities seem of another time and place.
Such strong sentiments seem to be having an effect.
Still, the first cases of a strong nationalist sentiment emerged in the 19th century.
But strong sentiments abound when talking to those who know her.
"There was also strong sentiment that rejection left us little alternative."
But it is harder to get in than ever because of strong public sentiment against parole.
The last will require standing up to strong nationalist sentiment in all parties.
But chances are he won't get that, given the deficit and strong public sentiment against increased defense spending.
But he noted that there was strong sentiment in the House for greater action.
"It's a hot issue right now, and I have some pretty strong sentiments about it," he says.