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“The polls show that 10 percent of the public are ready to vote for me even though they don't know I'm running. We hope that figure won't drop when they learn I'm in the race.”

Quote by Eugene McCarthy

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Eugene McCarthy

Eugene McCarthy, a former United States Senator, was born on March 29, 1916, and passed away on December 10, 2005. He was a significant figure in American politics, known for his strong stance on political and social issues. more

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