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Quote by Pete Seeger

“The truth is a rabbit in a bramble patch. All you can do is circle around and say it's somewhere in there.”

Quote by Pete Seeger

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Pete Seeger
Pete Seeger

Pete Seeger was an American folk singer, musician, and social activist, renowned for his pivotal role in popularizing folk music in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. His music often addressed social justice and environmental concerns, and he was a leading figure in the American folk music revival. more

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