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“My father was the orphaned son of immigrants to the United States from Ireland. My father never knew his parents. His mother died - we're not sure - either at or shortly after his birth, and he and all of his siblings were placed in orphanages in the Boston area.”

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George J. Mitchell

George J. Mitchell is an American politician who served as a U.S. Senator. Known for his mediation and diplomatic skills, he played a key role in resolving the Northern Ireland conflict. more

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