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“"I've become a huge fan of term limits," the former aide said, "because Armey and the others in leadership used to be just like you and your crew in their approach to spending. They have changed over the years."”

Quote by Mark Sanford

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Mark Sanford is an American politician born on May 28, 1960. He served as the Governor of South Carolina and later as a U.S. Representative. His tenure was marked by both policy achievements and personal controversies. more

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