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“Let me tell you, sisters, seeing dried egg on a plate in the morning is a lot dirtier than anything I've had to deal with in politics.”

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Ann Richards
Ann Richards

Ann Richards, the former Governor of Texas, was born on September 1, 1933, and passed away on September 13, 2006. She was an influential politician known for her charm and strong convictions. more

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