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I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

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Maya Angelou
Age: 86 †
Born: 1928
Born: April 4
Died: 2014
Died: May 28
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Human Rights Activist
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St. Louis
Missouri
Marguerite Annie Johnson
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