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“And I don't want posture lessons from a country that spent the last 20 years flopping on its back and grabbing its ankles when Saddam showed up waving stacks of Francs in exchange for bang-sticks.”

Quote by James Lileks

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James Lileks, born on August 9, 1958, is an American journalist whose career spans various fields, including cultural commentary, news reporting, and column writing. He is known for his unique writing style and profound insights into American culture. more

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