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Quote by Ann Richards

“I've been tested by fire, and the fire lost.”

Quote by Ann Richards

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Ann Richards, the former Governor of Texas, was born on September 1, 1933, and passed away on September 13, 2006. She was an influential politician known for her charm and strong convictions. more

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