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“I have been trying to create a campaign to have our country make an apology for slavery, for the way that blacks were treated before the Civil War and after the Civil War.”

Quote by Kirk Douglas

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American film actor born on December 9, 1916. Kirk Douglas is renowned for his exceptional performances in the film industry, particularly for his portrayal of the hard-boiled character in the mid-20th century. He starred in many classic films, such as 'Spartacus' and 'Seven Years in Tibet', and was nominated for multiple Academy Awards for his outstanding acting. more

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