“When I was growing up, we used to play basketball in a park that was never shoveled when it snowed. The basketball rims were never fixed. And we understood then that there was a relationship between public policy and our quality of life.”
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DeForest Soaries
DeForest Soaries is an American author born on August 20, 1951. His works primarily focus on historical, cultural, and political issues, and he is highly regarded for his insightful observations and unique narrative style. more
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