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“Somehow I got the feeling at an early age that I had to do something important with my life.”

Quote by Madeleine M. Kunin

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Madeleine M. Kunin

Madeleine M. Kunin is an American politician who served as the Governor of Vermont. Born on September 28, 1933, she is a distinguished female politician known for her leadership in public affairs and commitment to education. more

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