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“[When asked, as a prospective Presidential candidate, whether she had ever committed adultery:] No. But then most congresswomen don't have 25-year-old lifeguards throwing themselves at their feet around this place.”

Quote by Patricia Schroeder

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Patricia Schroeder

Patricia Schroeder is a former United States Representative, born on July 30, 1940. She served in various significant roles during her political career and made contributions across multiple sectors. more

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