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“A nuclear-power plant is infinitely safer than eating, because 300 people choke to death on food every year.”

Quote by Dixie Lee Ray

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Dixie Lee Ray was an American physicist and politician who served as the 13th Governor of Washington. She was the first woman to hold the office and the first woman to serve as chair of the Atomic Energy Commission. Known for her advocacy for environmental protection and commitment to science education, Ray made significant contributions to both science and public service. more

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