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We only want that which is given naturally to all peoples of the world, to be masters of our own fate, not of others, and in cooperation and friendship with others.

Golda Meir

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Golda Meir
Age: 80 †
Born: 1898
Born: May 3
Died: 1978
Died: December 8
Former Prime Minister Of Israel
Politician
Teacher
Kiev
Golda Meyerson
Golda Mabovich
Masters
Given
Others
World
Peoples
Cooperation
Naturally
Fate
Friendship

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It is not only a matter, I believe, of religious observance and practice. To me, being Jewish means and has always meant being proud to be part of a people that has maintained its distinct identity for more than 2,000 years, with all the pain and torment that has been inflicted upon it.
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A leader who doesn't hesitate before he sends his nation into battle is not fit to be a leader.
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the modern woman asks herself: Is there something wrong with me if my children don't fill up my life?
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