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James Beck: “If my reader agrees with me in my premises then we are not likely to disagree in the conclusion that the causes of these…”

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If my reader agrees with me in my premises then we are not likely to disagree in the conclusion that the causes of these grave symptoms are not ephemeral or superficial; but must have their origin in some deep-seated and world-wide change in human society.
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James Beck
Republican · Pennsylvania

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Beck emphasizes the need to understand deep societal changes to address current issues.

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