Strom Thurmond's Death

The politician Strom Thurmond died at the age of 100. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Senator from South Carolina who served the state for forty-eight of his 100 years. At the time of his retirement he was the oldest-serving and longest-serving senator in U.S. history.

His daughter, Essie Mae Washington-Williams, was born due to his affair with his black housekeeper, Cassie Butler, when she was on 16.

Quotes

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It is a matter of common knowledge that the government of South Carolina is under domination of a small ring of cunning, conniving men.

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She walks well, she looks good. Let’s see how she kisses.

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I don’t think it’s a question of age as much as it’s a question of what kind of shape you’re in.

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I am not prejudiced against the Negro. When I was governor, I did more to help the Negroes in our State than any previous Governor, and I think you can find Negro leaders in the State who will attest to this fact.

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I fully recognize and appreciate the many substantial contributions of black Americans and other minorities to the creation and preservation and development of our great nation.