Carolina Quote by Strom Thurmond

“It is a matter of common knowledge that the government of South Carolina is under domination of a small ring of cunning, conniving men.” quote by Strom Thurmond — Download Open image

“It is a matter of common knowledge that the government of South Carolina is under domination of a small ring of cunning, conniving men.”

Strom Thurmond

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I wanna tell you, ladies and gentlemen, that there's not enough troops in the army to force the Southern people to break down segregation…

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I love all of you men, but you women even more!

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I am not prejudiced against the Negro. When I was governor, I did more to help the Negroes in our State than any previous…

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She walks well, she looks good. Let's see how she kisses.

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By its attempt to regulate and govern the private businesses, which are miscalled public accommodations in the bill, this proposal would inject the Government…

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The white people of the South are the greatest minority in this nation. They deserve consideration and understanding instead of the persecution of twisted…

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We stand for the segregation of the races and the racial integrity of each race.

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