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Woodrow Wilson: The sort of economy we ought to practice may be effected, and ought to be effected, by a careful study and assessment of…

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The sort of economy we ought to practice may be effected, and ought to be effected, by a careful study and assessment of the tasks to be performed; and the money spent ought to be made to yield the best possible returns in efficiency and achievement.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Wilson advocates for a careful evaluation of government tasks to ensure efficient use of funds.

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