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Quote by Edward Heath

“I am not a product of privilege, I am a product of opportunity.”

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Sir Edward Heath was a prominent British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1970 to 1974. Born on July 9, 1916, and passing away on July 17, 2005, Heath was a key figure in the Conservative Party. During his tenure, he led the UK's entry into the European Community and implemented a devaluation policy to address economic challenges. more

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