“In his second term, [Ronald] Reagan completed the work of his first term - the rich got really rich, everything was deregulated, advocacy programs were quashed, the Savings and Loan program was trashed, the deficit was tripled, unions were busted, Housing and Urban Developing was in shambles, banks were closing, the military got lots of new toys, the religious right was strong, and AIDS was ignored.”
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Kate Clinton
Kate Clinton is an American comedian known for her sharp wit and satirical humor. Born on November 9, 1947, she gained prominence in the comedy scene since the 1980s. Clinton is celebrated for her incisive commentary on political and social issues, often addressing themes such as gender, sexual orientation, and feminism in her work. more
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