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Arthur Henderson

On the contrary, the characteristic element of the present situation is that economic questions have finally and irrevocably invaded the domain of public life and politics.

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Arthur Henderson is saying that economic issues have become a permanent and unavoidable part of political discussions and decisions. This means that politics can no longer ignore economic matters because they now directly influence public life.

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