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The world has never truly had to develop an ethic of interdependence rooted in our common humanity. And if we do it, the 21st century will be the most interesting, exciting, peaceful era in history.
William J. Clinton
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William J. Clinton
Age: 78
Born: 1946
Born: August 19
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