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Even if the days of 1928 and early 1929 could be brought back again, the economic situation would be utterly indefensible on moral grounds.

— Kirby Page Individualism and Socialism (1933)

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Anything that deprives a man of real life is an enemy to that man.

In the teaching of Jesus, life is relationship, dwelling on friendly and affectionate terms with God, with ourselves, and with our fellowmen.

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It is utterly impossible to measure the influence of Jesus upon the moral and spiritual progress of the world.

Nothing can adequately take the place of personal effort with individuals.

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