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FDR: The present group of which I speak is indeed numerically small and, while it exercises a large influence and has much to…

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The present group of which I speak is indeed numerically small and, while it exercises a large influence and has much to say in the world of business, it does not, I am confident, speak the true sentiments of the less articulate but more important elements that constitute real American business.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

He expresses confidence that these influential groups do not represent the broader American business community.

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