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You may kill me with your hatefulness, But still, like air, I'll rise." Those are the words of famed American poet Maya Angelou, which were featured in a tweet sent Wednesday night by US Rep. Ilhan ...

Maya Angelou's brilliant writing has touched hearts and impacted readers around the world. The late writer, activist, and poet had a penchant for capturing the most precious moments of human ...

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