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“Reaching a general understanding that sustainability is the ultimate issue will finally bring us face-to-face with the political challenge of forging a sustainable society during the next few decades. It is a challenge we can meet if we have the leadership and the political will to do so.”

Quote by Gaylord Nelson

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Former United States Senator and environmental activist, Gaylord Nelson was born on June 4, 1916, and passed away on July 3, 2005. During his tenure, he advocated for several environmental laws and founded Earth Day. more

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