12/09/1995
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"His long and distinguished career of public service as Governor, president of Duke University, and U.S. Senator helped build the New South."
"In the worst of situations, we see the best in our citizens and our public servants."
"When disaster strikes, the things that divide us fall away as neighbor helps neighbor and stranger reaches out to stranger."
"Democracy is never perfect, but because it is open and free, it is always perfectible."