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A critical component of White House Scandal Defense 101 is rallying the partisan base. This keeps approval ratings in territory where the… — Bob Barr Copy Share Image
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In struggling for human dignity the oppressed people of the world must not allow themselves to become bitter or indulge in hate… — Martin Luther King, Jr Copy Share Image
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Be happy when you are blamed and accused wrongly, for then you have the chance to see all the bitter, hostile or… — Teresa of Avila Copy Share Image
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