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Word: laisser (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1920-1929
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...Italy, no man does his duty from the highest to the lowest; the laisser faire and laxity are complete. Now it is to the accomplishment of their several duties that all without distinction must be called. I begin with myself and am trying to do my duty conscientiously and with love for my country. This must serve as an example and as a spur to others. My ministers must help me in everything and they must promise nothing that they cannot perform. They must not content them- selves with mere talk or create illusions...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: ITALY: Il Re Galantuomo | 6/15/1925 | See Source »

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