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I shook Obama's hand and I said, 'I want to be your friend.' My hand is still outstretched. I am not Obama's enemy, but it's difficult not see imperialism in Washington. Those who don't see it don't want to see it, like the ostrich.

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Hugo Chavez
Age: 58 †
Born: 1954
Born: July 28
Died: 2013
Died: March 5
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