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Calvin Coolidge: “They are for the purpose of encouraging industry in order that employment may be plentiful.”

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They are for the purpose of encouraging industry in order that employment may be plentiful.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

This quote highlights Coolidge's belief in the importance of encouraging industry to ensure ample employment opportunities.

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