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When people are motivated by principles larger than themselves, you don't have to beat them over the head to get them to act. You simply empower them, you inform them, you give them tools, and they take it upon themselves to act.
Ted Cruz
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Ted Cruz
Age: 53
Born: 1970
Born: December 22
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Rafael Edward Cruz
Rafael Edward Ted Cruz
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