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Quote by J. Edgar Hoover

“All persons who bear the blessed title of parent have the personal responsibility to see that their children are growing up fully appreciative of the rights of God and their fellowmen.”

Quote by J. Edgar Hoover

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J. Edgar Hoover
J. Edgar Hoover

J. Edgar Hoover was an American lawyer and politician who served as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 1924 until his death in 1972. He is known for his long tenure and the expansion of the FBI's jurisdiction and powers during his time in office. more

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