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Woodrow Wilson: Adam Smith took strong hold upon his hearers, as he still takes strong hold upon his readers, by force, partly, of his…

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Adam Smith took strong hold upon his hearers, as he still takes strong hold upon his readers, by force, partly, of his native sagacity, but by virtue, principally, of his consummate style.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Wilson highlights the enduring impact of Adam Smith's style on both his listeners and readers.

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