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We will act to build a better world. We always have, we always will. We will act to lend a helping hand, not just here but wherever we humanly can.

Tony Abbott

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Tony Abbott
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: November 4
Politician
Prime Minister Of Australia
Anthony John Abbott
Anthony John Tony Abbott
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