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“And I thought my loss was not, certainly, the end of the world, but to lessen the enthusiasm of those young people who were signed up, I thought that was tragic.”

Quote by Birch Bayh

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Birch Bayh
Birch Bayh

Birch Bayh was a distinguished figure in American politics, serving as a United States Senator from Indiana. Born on January 22, 1928, he was recognized for his advocacy on education and civil rights issues. Bayh's time in the Senate lasted from 1963 to 1981, during which he made substantial contributions to legislation. more

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