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“I want the people to work less for the government and more for themselves. I want them to have the rewards of their own industry.”

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Calvin Coolidge

Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929. Known for his minimalist approach to governance and conservative economic policies, his presidency coincided with the 'Roaring Twenties' era of economic prosperity in the United States. more

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