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“We know that no one should tell a woman she has to bear an unwanted child. We know that religious beliefs cannot define patriotism.”

Quote by Walter Cronkite

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Walter Cronkite
Walter Cronkite

Walter Cronkite, born on November 4, 1916, and died on July 17, 2009, was a renowned American news broadcaster. He was highly respected in the field of journalism and served as the anchor of the CBS Evening News for 19 years, being hailed as 'the greatest television news anchor'. Cronkite was beloved by viewers for his objective and fair reporting style, which had a profound impact on the news industry. more

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