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Victoria C. Woodhull: But these railroad magnates sit in their palatial offices and raise their notes at pleasure, and they are considered…

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But these railroad magnates sit in their palatial offices and raise their notes at pleasure, and they are considered public benefactors.
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Victoria C. Woodhull

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Woodhull critiques the disparity between wealthy industrialists and their perceived societal contributions.

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