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“In the world of minor lunacy the behaviour of both the utterly rational and the totally insane seems equally odd.”

Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

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John Kenneth Galbraith

John Kenneth Galbraith was a renowned economist known for his research on economic cycles, market structures, and government policies. His works have had a profound impact on economic theory and policy practice. more

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