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John Kerry

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John Kerry is a prominent Democratic politician from Massachusetts who served as the 68th Secretary of State from February 2013 to January 2017 under President Barack Obama. Prior to his role as Secretary of State, Kerry was a United States Senator, representing Massachusetts from January 1985 until June 2013. During his time in the Senate, he was known for his work on foreign relations, environmental issues, and healthcare reform. He played a significant role in the negotiation of the Paris Agreement on climate change, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges.

Jul 29, 2004

Health care is not a privilege for the wealthy and the connected and the elected. It is a right for all Americans, and we're going to make it available to all Americans.

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Jul 28, 2004

I think he believes that testimony to the Senate as a member of the anti-war movement. As a veteran I think he still thinks that was the most important speech of his life so far.

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Jul 28, 2004

Let there be no mistake. I will never hesitate to use force when it was required.

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Jul 28, 2004

Values are not just words. They are what we live by. They are about the causes we champion and the people we fight for. And it is time for those who talk about family values to start valuing families.

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Jul 28, 2004

I defended this country as a young man, and I will defend it as president. Let there be no mistake, I will never hesitate to use force when it is required.

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Jul 28, 2004

The great United States of America, our beloved country, never goes to war because it wants to. We go to war because we have to.

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Jul 27, 2004

I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to my opportunity a little more than 24 hours from now to share with you and all of America a vision for how we're going to make this country stronger at home and respected in the world. That's…

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Jul 26, 2004

Our beloved country never goes to war because it wants to. We go to war because we have to.

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Jul 26, 2004

the man has enormous integrity, that he is extremely passionate. He is responsible and that he is a very decisive and strong leader who will make this country better and really, I think, speak to an optimism that will help the country rise…

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