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“I believe in a wall between church and state so high that no one can climb over it.”

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Sam Ervin was an American politician born on September 27, 1896, and passed away on April 23, 1985. He played a significant role in the American political scene and was renowned for his contributions to the judicial and legislative fields. more

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