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“Never let any obstacle stop you.”

Quote by Ruth Gruber

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Ruth Gruber was an American journalist born on September 30, 1911, and passed away on November 17, 2016. She is known for her focus on Jewish refugees and her reporting during World War II, where she served as a special assistant to President Roosevelt. more

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