Hellen Keller

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Who do I admire most? Who inspires me most? Well, lets see. It would have to be someone who I respect and who encourages me to do my best. That person would have to be Hellen Keller. Hellen Keller was one of the most memorable woman in history. Although she was both blind and death, she learned to communicate and dedicated her life to helping others. She was an American author, political activist, and lecturer. Here are some reasons why I admire and get inspired by her. Hellen Keller was very loving. During World War 1, she visited and cared for the wounded soldiers, especially the ones who became blind. In the early 1930's, she went on a talk show to discuss the rights and needs of unemployed workers during the great depression.

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