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I do not intend to be made the scapegoat of sacrifice, to be offered up as a victim to society.
Victoria Woodhull
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Victoria Woodhull
Age: 89 †
Born: 1838
Born: January 1
Died: 1927
Died: January 1
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I ask the rights to pursue happiness by having a voice in that government to which I am accountable.
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