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“The Democrats have pretty much given up on the white working class. That would require a commitment to economic issues and that's not their concern.”

Quote by Noam Chomsky

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Noam Chomsky, born on December 7, 1928, is a renowned linguist from the United States. His research in generative grammar and transformational grammar has had a profound impact on modern linguistics. Chomsky's academic achievements extend beyond linguistics, as he is also an active political commentator and philosopher, known for his unique perspective and profound insights. more

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