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In my heart, I know that marriage equality for every human being isn't a question of if, but only a matter of when. I ask those who feel that giving freedom to others somehow binds you, to please take a good look at what you are standing behind.

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Russell Simmons
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: October 4
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