“Poverty is everyone's problem. It cuts across any line you can name: age, race, social, geographic or religious. Whether you are black or white; rich, middle-class or poor, we are ALL touched by poverty”
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Kathleen Blanco
Kathleen Blanco, born on December 15, 1942, is an American politician who served as the Governor of Louisiana. She gained national attention for her handling of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 during her tenure. more
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