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“In order to have the best intelligence in the world to know who the terrorists are and where they are and what they're plotting, you've got to have the best cooperation you've ever had in the world.”

Quote by John F. Kerry

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John F. Kerry is a seasoned American politician who served as the United States Secretary of State. Born on December 11, 1943, in Massachusetts, he graduated from Yale University. He was first elected to Congress in 1972 and served as a Senator until 2013. As Secretary of State, Kerry was committed to promoting global peace and security, particularly his diplomatic efforts in the Middle East were highly regarded. more

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