He went on to become a famous support of ecological programs and was elected as representative of the Socialist party.

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Nevertheless, Allen Ginsberg was said to be a generous man, giving support to less famous poets and other writers.

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The issue has convinced some liberals to support the idea, including famous lawyer and author Alan Dershowitz.

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It should try being so by instigating an orchestrated media campaign that garnishes support from the rich and famous.

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Hirsch, whose Sweet Home New Orleans focuses on helping musicians and members of New Orleans' famous Mardi Gras krewes, said there's value in celebrity support, not just in their ability to raise or donate funds, but to spread the word and keep the story of New Orleans alive.

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Fans and friends alike have a chance to show their support now, with the humour and warmth Iain Banks has always been famous for.

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The Cambridgeshire village of Stilton hopes to win public support for its battle to be recognised as the original home of the famous blue-veined cheese.

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India is famous for national treasures such as the Taj Mahal, Mahatma Gandhi and, more recently, phone-based tech support.

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The famous and tailored Vertu Concierge service that sits at the heart of every Vertu phone experience was also specifically customized to support Silent Circle for a seamless blend of performance and customer service.

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