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John Dewey: Equally undreamed of was the effect of the massive organizations and complicated interactions upon the state.

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Equally undreamed of was the effect of the massive organizations and complicated interactions upon the state.
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John Dewey

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Dewey reflects on the unforeseen impact of complex organizations on governance.

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