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“The Queen of England is Defender of the Faith but the President of the United States is Defender of the Constitution, which defends all faiths.”

Quote by Walter F. Mondale

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Walter F. Mondale

Walter F. Mondale served as the 42nd Vice President of the United States under President Jimmy Carter from 1977 to 1981. Born on January 5, 1928, Mondale has had a distinguished career in politics and law, known for his advocacy of civil rights, economic policies, and his role in the Watergate scandal investigation. more

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