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" They criticize me for harping on the obvious; if all the folks in the United States would do the few simple things they know they ought to do, most of our big problems would take care of themselves. "

Calvin Coolidge

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" If you see ten troubles coming down the road, you can be sure that nine will run into the ditch before they reach you. "

" Patriotism is easy to understand in America. It means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country. "

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" I have noticed that nothing I never said ever did me any harm. "

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" Four-fifths of all our troubles would disappear, if we would only sit down and keep still. "

" I have found it advisable not to give too much heed to what people say when I am trying to accomplish something of consequence. Invariably they proclaim it can't be done. I deem that the very best time to make the effort. "

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