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“On Politics: When our people get to the point where they can do us some good, they stop being our people.”

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M. Stanton Evans
M. Stanton Evans

M. Stanton Evans was an American journalist, known for his investigative reporting and political commentary. Born on July 20, 1934, and passing away on March 3, 2015, Evans was a prominent figure in the journalism industry, particularly recognized for his contributions to exposing government corruption and his conservative political views. more

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