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The great thing about our system of democracy is when they call you for jury duty, you have to come... It's an honor and a privilege. I was called and I've got to be here.

Antonio Villaraigosa

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Antonio Villaraigosa
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: January 23
Former Mayor Of Los Angeles
Politician
Boyle Heights
Los Angeles
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