"The essence of statesmanship is not a rigid adherence to the past, but a prudent and probing concern for the future."

Charles H. Percy (1919 - 2011)
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About Charles H. Percy

Charles H. Percy was an American businessman and politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Illinois from 1967 to 1985. Born in 1919 in Pensacola, Florida, Percy was a successful and innovative businessman before entering politics. As a Senator, he was known for his moderate Republican views, advocating for environmental conservation, arms control, and civil rights. Percy was respected for his bipartisan approach to governance and his efforts in promoting international cooperation and diplomacy.

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