And when we remember that city also meant civilization, the spurious presentment, mean and sordid, drops away and the real figure of the politician, dignified and honorable, a minister to civilization, author and finisher of government, is revealed in its true and dignified proportions.
Calvin Coolidge: “And when we remember that city also meant civilization, the spurious presentment, mean and sordid, drops away and the…”
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Coolidge reflects on the noble role of politicians in civilization.
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