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“No one is innocent after the experience of governing. But not everyone is guilty.”

Quote by Daniel Patrick Moynihan

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Daniel Patrick Moynihan

Daniel Patrick Moynihan was a prominent American politician who served as a United States Senator. He had a significant impact on political, social policy, and foreign policy issues. more

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