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“The Iraq war took priority over domestic disaster prevention.”

Quote by Charles Rangel

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Charles Rangel is an American politician born on June 11, 1930. He served as a U.S. Representative for 50 years, representing New York's 15th District. During his tenure in Congress, Rangel advocated for social justice and economic equality, particularly in tax and anti-poverty policies. His political career was marked by controversy, reflecting the complexities and diversity of American politics. more

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