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Quote by John F. Kerry

“America now stands as the world's foremost power. We should be proud: Not since the age of the Romans have one people achieved such preeminence. But we are not Romans; we do not seek an empire. We are Americans, trustees of a vision and a heritage that commit us to the values of democracy and the universal cause of human rights.”

Quote by John F. Kerry

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John F. Kerry is a seasoned American politician who served as the United States Secretary of State. Born on December 11, 1943, in Massachusetts, he graduated from Yale University. He was first elected to Congress in 1972 and served as a Senator until 2013. As Secretary of State, Kerry was committed to promoting global peace and security, particularly his diplomatic efforts in the Middle East were highly regarded. more

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