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“It is crucial that civil liberties in this country be preserved, otherwise the terrorists will win the battle against American values without firing another shot.”

Quote by Russ Feingold

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Russ Feingold is a former U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, born on March 2, 1953. He served as a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin from 1993 to 2011, known for his strong moral stance and advocacy for democratic reform. more

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