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“Too often we shape our public positions on the basis of our economic connections. That brings us dangerously close to economic determinism.”

Quote by George W. Romney

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George W. Romney

George W. Romney was an American politician who served as the Governor of Michigan. Born on July 8, 1907, he passed away on July 26, 1995. more

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