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Quote by Robert Kennedy

“While free markets tend to democratize a society, unfettered capitalism leads invariably to corporate control of government.”

Quote by Robert Kennedy

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Robert Kennedy, a former U.S. Senator, was born on November 20, 1925, and died on June 6, 1968. He was a prominent political figure in the United States, known for his dedication to civil rights, foreign policy, and social justice during his political career. more

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