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Calvin Coolidge: Then shall we see in our industrial army, from the most exalted captain to the humblest soldier in the ranks, a purpose…

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Then shall we see in our industrial army, from the most exalted captain to the humblest soldier in the ranks, a purpose worthy to minister to the highest needs of man and to fulfil the hope of a fairer day.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Coolidge reflects on the collective purpose of individuals in the workforce, from leaders to workers.

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