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“I saw one of my primary tasks was to do what I could to restore confidence, to ensure that people knew and cared about their predicament and that governments were committed to helping. Equally an optimism had to be engendered, a belief that not only would they recover but would emerge 'bigger, brighter and better than ever.'”

Quote by Peter Cosgrove

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Peter Cosgrove is a former Australian politician who served as the Governor-General of Australia. Born on July 28, 1947, he has a background in the military and public service. more

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