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“...we cannot stand idly by now, as the Nation is urged to embark on an ill-conceived adventure in government medicine, the end of which no one can see, and from which the patient is certain to be the ultimate sufferer.”

Quote by Durward Gorham Hall

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Durward Gorham Hall

Durward Gorham Hall was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative. Born on September 14, 1910, and passed away on March 15, 2001, Hall dedicated his career to public service and made significant contributions in various fields. more

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