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Why did Benjamin Franklin start a group called The Junto?

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to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy, and to exchange knowledge of business affairs.
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The Junto´s purpose was to establish a philosophical discussion club which involved practical reforms. Franklin named the club a "Club of mutual improvement". It is also known as "Leather Apron Club". The main topics were related to moral questions, politics, natural philosophy and business.
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