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Harold J. Laski: The trade they represent does not depend upon allegiance but upon wants that England can supply if she keeps shop in the…

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The trade they represent does not depend upon allegiance but upon wants that England can supply if she keeps shop in the proper way, if, that is, she makes it to their interest to buy in her market.
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Harold J. Laski

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Laski argues that trade with the colonies is based on mutual interests rather than loyalty to Britain.

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