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Quote by Pete Seeger

“Little boxes made of ticky-tacky, and they all look just the same.”

Quote by Pete Seeger

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Pete Seeger was an American folk singer, musician, and social activist, renowned for his pivotal role in popularizing folk music in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. His music often addressed social justice and environmental concerns, and he was a leading figure in the American folk music revival. more

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