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“We have the history of slavery or inequality to women, and now the civil rights movement of the 21st century is the struggle for equality for the gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people. And I think it's important for Americans to know about the times that we failed.”

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George Takei, born on April 20, 1937, is a renowned American actor. He is best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in the television series 'Star Trek'. Beyond his acting career, Takei is an active social activist, advocating for equality and against discrimination, particularly for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. more

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