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The facts are - I did say I hoped it [Trans-Pacific Partnership] would be a good deal, but when it was negotiated… — Hillary Clinton Copy Share Image
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Too many American authors have a servile streak where their backbone should be. Where's our latest Nobel laureate? More than likely you'll… — Edward Abbey Copy Share Image
A successful author is equally in danger of the diminution of his fame, whether he continues or ceases to write. The regard… — Samuel Johnson Copy Share Image
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