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One column of truth cannot hold an institution of ideas from falling into ignorance. It is wiser that a person of prudence and purpose save his strength for battles that can be won.

Bryant H. McGill

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Bryant H. McGill
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: September 29
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Journalist
Sports Commentator
New Orleans
Louisiana
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Institution
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Wiser
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Falling
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