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We do not influence the course of events by persuading people that we are right when we make what they regard as radical proposals. rather, we exert influence by keeping options available when something has to be done at a time of crisis.
-Milton Friedman
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We Do Not Influence The Course Of

Milton Friedman
We do not influence the course of events by persuading people that we are right when we make what they regard as radical proposals. rather, we exert influence by keeping options available when something has to be done at a time of crisis.
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