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Martin Van Buren

The less government interferes with private pursuits, the better for general prosperity.

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Martin Van Buren is saying that when the government stays out of people's personal business and economic activities, the whole society tends to do better financially. He believes that too much government control can slow down growth and reduce overall wealth.

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