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“I learned that Congress is a place with more heart than courage; there are more good souls in Washington than brave ones. I learned that the whole is not always the sum of its parts: that what you put in doesnt always match what you get out.”

Quote by Joaquin Castro

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Joaquin Castro is an American politician born on September 16, 1974. He currently serves as a U.S. Representative, representing Texas's 20th district. Castro has been committed to advocating for educational reform, immigration policy reform, and supporting democratic and social justice throughout his political career. more

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