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About The Role of Business
So much controversy surrounds business these days. Some say only the greedy are in business and at the expense of the citizenry and the culture. There is no denying that some businesses and business people conduct themselves in this fashion. But it is the productive business that creates progress, invests in new and better opportunities, takes risks, and produces an increase – all significant benefits not provided by any other means. Here we explore what is, what can be, and what will be about business when it is done wisely and with integrity.
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