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Calvin Coolidge

We need more of the Office Desk and less of the Show Window in politics. Let men in office substitute the midnight oil for the limelight.

Calvin Coolidge

Men

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Calvin Coolidge is saying that politicians should focus more on hard work behind the scenes rather than seeking public attention or fame. He believes that officials should spend their time working late and solving problems instead of trying to be in the spotlight.

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