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I say Democrats should not be afraid to talk about the morality of life, of caring for children who are born. It seems the Republican obsession with being pro-life lasts about nine months. After that, it’s each baby for herself.

Jennifer Granholm

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Jennifer Granholm
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: February 5
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