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We need an America with the wisdom of experience. But we must not let America grow old in spirit.
Hubert H. Humphrey
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Hubert H. Humphrey
Age: 66 †
Born: 1911
Born: May 27
Died: 1978
Died: January 13
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Our greatest songs are still unsung.
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