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“An election goes on every minute of the business day across the counters of hundreds of thousands of stores and shops where the customers state their preferences and determine which company and which product shall be the leader today and which shall lead tomorrow.”

Quote by Bruce Barton

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Bruce Barton was an American author born on August 5, 1886, and passed away on July 5, 1967. Known for his motivational and business-themed works, he was a beloved writer among readers. more

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