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““Secretary of State Clinton dared Iran on Monday to let her hold a town-hall meeting in Tehran.” That’s telling ’em. If the ayatollahs had a sense of humor, they’d call her bluff.”

Quote by Mark Steyn

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Mark Steyn is a Canadian writer and columnist known for his sharp commentary on political, cultural, and social issues. His work often addresses conservative topics and has a wide readership around the world. more

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