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I have found it advisable not to give too much heed to what people say when I am trying to accomplish something of consequence. Invariably they proclaim it can't be done. I deem that the very best time to make the effort.

Calvin Coolidge

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Calvin Coolidge
Age: 60 †
Born: 1872
Born: July 4
Died: 1933
Died: January 5
30Th U.S. President
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