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Grand economic theories rarely last more than a few decades. Some, if they are particularly in tune with technological or political events, may make it to half a century. Beyond that, little short of military force can keep them in place.
John Ralston Saul
John Ralston Saul
John Ralston Saul
Born: Jun 19, 1947

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