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“Older homeless people are more likely to be women, because they don't have pensions and they are caretakers, so they withdraw from the workforce and end up having no pension if their husband leaves them, so the whole thing is just a nightmare.”

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Patricia Arquette

Patricia Arquette is an American actress born on April 8, 1968. She is known for her outstanding performances in various film and television projects, with her most famous role being Jenny Curran in 'Forrest Gump'. Arquette has received numerous awards for her acting, including the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. more

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