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I am suggesting that we spend a little less time in idleness, in the fruitless pursuit of watching inane and empty television programs. Time so utilized can be put to better advantage, and the consequences will be wonderful.
Gordon B. Hinckley
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Gordon B. Hinckley
Age: 97 †
Born: 1910
Born: June 23
Died: 2008
Died: January 27
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