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“The politicians of New York have everything that is necessary to make proper decisions and they will have to live with what happens afterwards. The worst scenario is the politicians covering their eyes and turning it over to the FBI.”

Quote by Tom Hayden

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Tom Hayden
Tom Hayden

Tom Hayden, born on December 11, 1939 in Los Angeles, California, was a prominent American social activist. He was a leader in the student movement and anti-war movement of the 1960s, actively participating in the civil rights movement and peace movement. Hayden has had a wide-ranging impact in the fields of politics, education, and social justice. more

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