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“This country is about, in my judgment, aggressive, open debate. There is an old saying: When everyone is thinking the same thing, no one is thinking very much.”

Quote by Byron Dorgan

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Byron Dorgan, a former United States Senator, was born on May 14, 1942. He is known for his focus on agricultural, energy, and environmental issues during his political career. more

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