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“I believe you can divide the people in to two basic groups, those who believe government is a necessary good and those who believe it is a necessary evil, those who want government to take care of them, those who want government to leave them alone.”

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Lyn Nofziger
Lyn Nofziger

Lyn Nofziger was a distinguished American journalist recognized for his extensive career in political reporting. Born on June 8, 1924, and passing away on March 27, 2006, Nofziger's career spanned several decades, during which he covered significant political events and figures. He was a pivotal figure in the Washington political landscape and his insights were highly regarded. more

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