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What Are The Attributes Of Richard Nixon
“I can take it. The tougher it gets, the cooler I get” (brainyquote). This quote was said by the former President of the United States named Richard M. Nixon. Nixon was a controversial figure who was mired in scandal and negativity; however, there were many positive attributes of this great President. Richard M. Nixon had many unique traits that affected the length of his Presidency. Nixon will always be remembered as the President who landed men on the moon, fought in the Vietnam War, and was involved in the Watergate Scandal.
Richard Nixon was born on January 19, 1913 in Yorba Linda, California. He lived a normal life as a kid. His father owned a service station and a grocery. He also owned a lemon farm. His life later became very hard

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