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We see men who have been ruined without fault, and men who have made great fortunes without industry.
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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “We see men who have been ruined without fault, and men who have made great fortunes without industry.”
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Alexander points out the stark contrast between the fates of individuals in the economy, raising questions about fairness and merit.
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