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“The Bible's the greatest book ever written. But I sure don't need anybody I can buy for six bits and a chew of tobacco to explain it to me.”

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Huey Long
Huey Long

Huey Long was an influential American politician who served as the Governor of Louisiana. Born on August 30, 1893, in Louisiana, he was assassinated on September 10, 1935. Known for his radicalism and populism, Long advocated for social and economic reforms during his political career. more

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