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“The word today is "detained," not "interred." People are being detained with no due process. They don't know what the charges are, why they're being detained. Simply because they have an Arab name or some association, but there are no charges.”

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George Takei, born on April 20, 1937, is a renowned American actor. He is best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in the television series 'Star Trek'. Beyond his acting career, Takei is an active social activist, advocating for equality and against discrimination, particularly for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. more

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