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Charles Edward Merriam - It not infrequently happens...

It not infrequently happens that persons without any other special qualification than the drama of their lives are precipitated into important political positions. (Charles Edward Merriam)

It not infrequently happens that persons without any other special qualification than the drama of their lives are precipitated into important political positions.

Charles Edward Merriam

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