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The first years in Parliament I did nothing - nothing to any purpose. My own distinction was my darling object.
William Wilberforce
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William Wilberforce was a Politician from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1759–1833).

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This quote is attributed to William Wilberforce, a Politician from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
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William Wilberforce lived from 1759 – 1833.