Quote by Alistair Cooke, Talk About Ameri

Washington


Washington

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A short explanation for the quote "Washington" is that it likely refers to the capital city of the United States, Washington, D.C. or it could refer to George Washington, the first president of the United States.

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By Alistair Cooke, Talk About Ameri
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