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“I think we have to be active in teaching our children, and teaching each other. We have to be active about kindness and about peace. I've always fantasized that it would be great if there was a Department of Peace. We have a military, but what if there was a department devoted entirely and truthfully to finding peaceful resolutions?”

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Dave Matthews is an American renowned singer-songwriter, born on January 9, 1967. His musical style blends elements of rock, bluegrass, and jazz, winning him a global fan base. He is best known for his band, Dave Matthews Band (DMB), which has achieved significant commercial success and critical acclaim since the 1990s. more

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