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Quote by Paddy Ashdown

“Politics is compromise.”

Quote by Paddy Ashdown

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Paddy Ashdown is a prominent British politician born on February 27, 1941. He has been active in the British political scene for decades, holding several key positions, including Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs. Ashdown is known for his contributions to political reform and peace processes. more

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