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Every man is, no doubt, by nature, first and principally recommended to his own care; and as he is fitter to take care of himself than of any other person, it is fit and right that it should be so.

Author Greg RavenPosted on April 16, 2015November 1, 2018Format QuoteCategories individualismTags Adam Smith

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