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“Without freedom of the press, there can be no representative government.”

Quote by Charles Maurice de Talleyrand

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Charles Maurice de Talleyrand

Charles Maurice de Talleyrand was a former French Minister of Foreign Affairs, born on February 2, 1754, and died on May 17, 1838. He played a significant role during the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era, known for his diplomatic skills and flexible political stance. more

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