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“Two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers gave us a democracy. It was based upon the simple, yet noble, idea that government derives its validity from the consent of the governed.”

Quote by Paul Tsongas

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Paul Tsongas was a prominent American politician who served as a United States Senator. Born on February 14, 1941, he passed away on January 18, 1997. Tsongas was known for his steadfast principles and reformist spirit during his political career. more

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