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“Our country today is at a stage in our foreign policy similar to that crucial point in our nation's early history when our Constitution was produced in Philadelphia.”

Quote by Walter Cronkite

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Walter Cronkite

Walter Cronkite, born on November 4, 1916, and died on July 17, 2009, was a renowned American news broadcaster. He was highly respected in the field of journalism and served as the anchor of the CBS Evening News for 19 years, being hailed as 'the greatest television news anchor'. Cronkite was beloved by viewers for his objective and fair reporting style, which had a profound impact on the news industry. more

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