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Thought For the Day: There Is No Development Without Effort and Effort Means Work

”All growth depends upon activity. There is no development physically or intellectually without effort, and effort means work.“ – Calvin Coolidge    

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The Death of Empires and America Marches On

American history continues through the beginning of the Great Depression. The Death of Empires and America Marches On by Michael Doyle The end of the Great War brought down empires from prior Redrawing Europe’s map by 14 Points down to … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: Christmas Is Not A Time Or A Season But A State of Mind

“To the American People: Christmas is not a time or a season but a state of mind. To cherish peace and good will, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas. If we think on … Continue reading

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First Principles: The Weak Cannot Be Built Up By Pulling Down the Strong

“Don’t expect to build up the weak by pulling down the strong.” – Calvin Coolidge    

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Thought For the Day: Nothing In the World Can Replace Persistence

“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not: nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not: the world is full of educated … Continue reading

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