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“Desperate men do desperate things when you take hope away. And that's where the Palestinians are today.”

Quote by Chuck Hagel

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Chuck Hagel, former United States Secretary of Defense, was born on October 4, 1946. He has extensive experience in politics and the military, serving as a member of Congress and a Senator. During his tenure as Defense Secretary, Hagel worked to reform U.S. defense policy and played a significant role in international affairs. more

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