After last night's debate, the reputation of Messieurs Lincoln and Douglas is secure.
Edward R. Murrow Carolinian
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On the televised debate between John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon (26 September 1960)
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- 1960
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“After last night's debate, the reputation of Messieurs Linco…” Edward R. Murrow. Carolina Quotes, record CQ-A89C4F7C9F. https://carolinaquotes.com/quote/a89c4f7c9f
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