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Calvin Coolidge: We shall do well to recognize this basic fact in all national affairs and govern ourselves accordingly.

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We shall do well to recognize this basic fact in all national affairs and govern ourselves accordingly.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

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Coolidge stresses the importance of recognizing fundamental truths in national governance and policy-making.

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