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I grew up in team sports. I think I understand the psyche of America. I think when children sign up to play, it's got to be team.

Billie Jean King

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Billie Jean King
Age: 80
Born: 1943
Born: November 22
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We have, or have had women presidents or prime ministers in Liberia, Chile, Germany, Great Britain...and yet the US of A still hasn't had a women president. It's just beyond my thinking. Look at Congress.
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