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I well remember how the thoughts I had up to the time of my discharge from the jail on every occasion were… — Mahatma Gandhi Copy Share Image
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Barack Obama says he's gonna stay in Washington, but presidents don't stay in Washington. Presidents, they get out of there as fast… — Rush Limbaugh Copy Share Image
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