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“I was born in a very small town in North Dakota, a town of only about 350 people. I lived there until I was 13. It was a marvelous advantage to grow up in a small town where you knew everybody.”

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Warren Christopher

Warren Christopher, born on October 27, 1925, was a former United States Deputy Secretary of State. He had extensive experience in the field of foreign policy and participated in many significant international affairs. During his tenure, Christopher was committed to promoting international peace and cooperation, making important contributions to the foreign policy of the United States. more

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