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“We didn't know what was coming next. And, you know, this is not just about computers; this is harassment of individuals, it's harassment of our candidates, harassment of our donors. We had stolen information, personal information. People were personally harassed.”

Quote by Donna Brazile

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Donna Brazile is an American author, political strategist, and television political commentator. Born on December 15, 1959, she has made significant contributions to the field of politics and has been involved in numerous political campaigns. Brazile has written several books and has been a regular contributor to various media outlets. more

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