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“To date, every American citizen has nearly $27,000 in public debt riding on our backs.”

Quote by Paul Gillmor

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Paul Gillmor was a former U.S. Representative from Ohio. Born on February 1, 1939, he passed away on September 5, 2007. During his tenure, Gillmor represented the 15th Congressional District of Ohio, focusing on economic development and the improvement of living standards in the region. more

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