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"That is, a system starts with a group of interrelated propositions which involve reference to empirical observations within the logical framework of the propositions in question"

- Talcott Parsons

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Talcott Parsons between December 13, 1902 and May 8, 1979. He/she was a famous Sociologist from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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