“There are an awful lot of people who despise government precisely because it opened the door for common citizenship for people of all races and all natures in the United States.”
Quote by Taylor Branch
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Taylor Branch
Taylor Branch is an esteemed American historian and author, born on January 14, 1947. His works are known for their in-depth historical research and vivid narrative style, particularly for his writings on the American civil rights movement. more
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