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“When you're in your nineties and looking back, it's not going to be how much money you made or how many awards you've won. It's really what did you stand for. Did you make a positive difference for people?”

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Elizabeth Dole

Elizabeth Dole, a former United States Senator, was born on July 29, 1936. She dedicated herself to public service throughout her political career, serving as the United States Secretary of Labor and focusing on veteran's issues during her tenure in the Senate. more

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