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“Free nations of the world cannot allow Taiwan, a beacon of democracy, to be subdued by an authoritarian China.”

Quote by Nick Lampson

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Nick Lampson, born on February 14, 1945, is a former U.S. Representative from Texas. During his political career, he served as the representative for the 22nd Congressional District of Texas. Lampson focused on issues such as education, health, and environmental protection during his tenure in Congress. more

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