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“Congress, 535 commoditized temple monkeys pawing through the ruins of America in search of bribes. The bicameral whorehouse on Capitol Hill works like a vending machine. You put coins in the slot, select your law, and the desired legislation slides out.”

Quote by Fred Reed

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Fred Reed is an American writer born in 1945. His works encompass a variety of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and literary criticism. Reed is known for his unique style and profound insights, often exploring themes of human nature, society, and political issues in his works. more

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