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“It's not how high we jump off our feet in church, it's what we do with them when we hit the ground!”

Quote by Tom Ridge

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Tom Ridge

Tom Ridge, born on August 26, 1945, is a distinguished politician from the United States. He served as the Governor of Pennsylvania and is known for his leadership and contributions to public safety during his political career. more

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