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Thomas Foley: “Well, I am indeed tempted to, and I will also tell my colleague she gained national prominence with the opening of the…”

On the recordApril 29, 1999
Well, I am indeed tempted to, and I will also tell my colleague she gained national prominence with the opening of the Beloagio, which has probably one of the great art collections that I understand being displayed for the benefit of art lovers as well.
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Thomas Foley
Washington

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the cultural significance of the Beloagio and its art collection.

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