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Quote by Eugene McCarthy

“Let us pick up again these lost strands and weave them again into the fabric of America, sort out the music from the sounds and again respond to the trumpet and the steady drum.”

Quote by Eugene McCarthy

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Eugene McCarthy

Eugene McCarthy, a former United States Senator, was born on March 29, 1916, and passed away on December 10, 2005. He was a significant figure in American politics, known for his strong stance on political and social issues. more

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