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If these elements are not comprehended in proposed legislation, it would be better to gain further experience with the present organization for dealing with these questions before undertaking a change.
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gutenberg.orgCalvin Coolidge: “If these elements are not comprehended in proposed legislation, it would be better to gain further experience with the…”
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He suggests that without understanding key elements, it may be wiser to stick with the current system rather than rush into changes.
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