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“Parents don't need government to raise their kids. That's their job. But government can help them protect their children from influences they may not want their kids exposed to”

Quote by Rod Blagojevich

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Rod Blagojevich

Rod Blagojevich, born on December 10, 1956, is a former Governor of Illinois, United States. He served as the 40th Governor of Illinois from 2003 to 2009. Blagojevich's tenure was marked by his controversial and corrupt behavior, which led to his arrest and conviction on federal corruption charges, making him the first U.S. governor to be impeached and removed from office for corruption. more

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“When I go stand up at the podium in front of the White House press corps, I never lie. I never say something that I know is untrue. Credibility is enormously important to a press secretary.”

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“And it's important to remember we are all responsible - or certainly the elected members in Washington of both parties are responsible for making decisions and choices to ensure that the economy grows and jobs are created.”

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“But the - look, I think that this - the United States of America is still the most powerful economy in the world. It is an incredible engine for creativity and innovation. And it has the most - smartest, most effective workforce in the world. So we have a lot going for us, in spite of the fractiousness of our politics.”

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“The 'well-informed citizenry is in danger of becoming the 'well-amused audience'.”

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