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Adam Smith - What is prudence in the conduct of every...
What is prudence in the conduct of every private family, can scarce be folly in that of a great kingdom. (Adam Smith)

What is prudence in the conduct of every private family, can scarce be folly in that of a great kingdom.

Adam Smith

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