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“If someone as blessed as I am is not willing to clean out the barn, who will?”

Quote by Ross Perot

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Ross Perot is an American businessman and politician. Born on June 27, 1930, he is renowned for his successful entrepreneurial ventures in the computer and software industries. Perot ran for the presidency of the United States as an independent candidate twice, leaving a lasting impact on American politics and public affairs. more

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