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Calvin Coolidge: I feel the time has come when the people must assert themselves and show that they will tolerate no delay and no…

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I feel the time has come when the people must assert themselves and show that they will tolerate no delay and no parsimony in the care of our unfortunates.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

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Coolidge calls for public action to ensure proper care for the vulnerable.

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