"The first time I ever felt a sense of duty is when I read that we were going to abandon Southeast Asia after the French got licked in Vietnam."

Charlie Wilson (1933 - 2010)
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About Charlie Wilson

Charlie Wilson was a U.S. Congressman who represented Texas's 2nd congressional district. Known for his strong interest in foreign affairs and support for Afghan mujahideen during the Soviet-Afghan War in the 1980s, Wilson played a key role in securing funding for the rebels. His efforts were portrayed in the book 'Charlie Wilson's War' and subsequent film adaptation. Wilson was recognized for his influential role in shaping U.S. foreign policy in the region.

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