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“I believe it is our values and our ideals that ultimately bind us together as a nation. But it is the English language which serves as the means by which we can communicate these values to those around us. Our common language, English, is that which unites us.”

Quote by Asa Hutchinson

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Asa Hutchinson is an American politician and attorney, born on December 3, 1950. He served as the Governor of Arkansas and held several positions in the federal government. more

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