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The rapprochement of peoples is only possible when differences of culture and outlook are respected and appreciated rather than feared and condemned, when the common bond of human dignity is recognized as the essential bond for a peaceful world.

~J. William Fulbright

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In a democracy, dissent is an act of faith.

~J. William Fulbright

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When public men indulge themselves in abuse, when they deny others a fair trial, when they resort to innuendo and insinuation, to libel, scandal, and suspicion, then our democratic society is outraged, and democracy is baffled.

~J. William Fulbright

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To be a statesman, you must first get elected.

~J. William Fulbright

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The price of empire is America's soul, and that price is too high.

~J. William Fulbright

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We have the power to do any damn fool thing we want to do, and we seem to do it about every 10 minutes.

~J. William Fulbright

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The exchange program is the thing that reconciles me to all the difficulties of political life.

~J. William Fulbright

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In the long course of history, having people who understand your thought is much greater security than another submarine.

~J. William Fulbright

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There has been a strong tradition in this country that it is not the function of the military to educate the public on political issues.

~J. William Fulbright

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We must dare to think 'unthinkable' thoughts. We must learn to explore all the options and possibilities that confront us in a complex and rapidly changing world.

~J. William Fulbright

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Biography

Nationality: American

Type: Politician

Born: April 9th, 1905

Died: February 9th, 1995

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