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The essence of America - that which really unites us - is not ethnicity, or nationality or religion - it is an idea - and what an idea it is: That you can come from humble circumstances and do great things.

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Condoleezza Rice
Age: 69
Born: 1954
Born: November 14
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I'm happy and content in my life, and I chalk that up to wonderful parents and a wonderful God.
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