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Calvin Coolidge: Public men must expect criticism and be prepared to endure false charges from their opponents.

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Public men must expect criticism and be prepared to endure false charges from their opponents.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

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Coolidge emphasizes the importance of resilience in public service amidst criticism.

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