“I used to tell my husband that, if he could make me 'understand' something, it would be clear to all the other people in the country.”
Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Former First Lady of the United States, political activist, and author. Eleanor Roosevelt is renowned for her exceptional social activism and contributions to civil rights. She served as the First Lady during her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency and continued to be actively involved in political and social affairs after his death. more
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