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Quote by George Takei

“I think we learn more from those times in our history where we stumbled as a democracy than we learn from the glorious chapters.”

Quote by George Takei

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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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