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Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world,

Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three oclock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap. – Barbara Jordan

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We call ourselves public servants but Ill tell you this: we as public servants must set an example for the rest of the nation. It is hypocritical for the public official to admonish and exhort the people to uphold the common good. – Barbara Jordan

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