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“The thing is, if you control the Senate meetings, you control the gavel. And the gavel is a very important instrument... an instrument of power. An instrument that establishes the agenda.”

Quote by Dan Quayle

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Dan Quayle is a former Vice President of the United States, born on February 4, 1947. He is known for his unique personality and policy stances during his political career. more

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