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“We are a nation called to defend freedom - a tradition that is not a grant of any government or document, but is an endowment from God.”

Quote by John Ashcroft

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John Ashcroft is a prominent American politician who served as the Governor of Missouri. Born on May 9, 1942, in Missouri, he has held various political positions throughout his career, including Governor of Missouri and U.S. Attorney General. Ashcroft has been a key figure in the Republican Party and has been influential in both state and national policy-making. more

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