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During the early days of the republic, Henry Clay encountered his ancient foe, John Randolph, on a narrow sidewalk, bordering a muddy street, a quagmire of hay, horse manure, and chicken droppings. Randolph, who was wearing a gun and was accompanied by two bodyguards, said, ``I never step aside for scoundrels.''Clay considered the odds for a moment, and then, stepping aside, said, ``I always do.''