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“In view of our public pledges, we public officials can never again go before the public merely promising election reform. The time for promises is past.”

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Charles Edison was a prominent American politician who served as the Governor of New Jersey. Born on August 3, 1890, in New Jersey, he passed away on July 31, 1969. During his tenure as governor, he was dedicated to promoting the economic and social development of the state. more

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