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“Not a lot of conservatives on this list. Are more liberals than conservatives screwing up America?”

Quote by Matt Lauer

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Matt Lauer
Matt Lauer

Matt Lauer, born on December 30, 1957, is an American journalist with a long-standing career in the news industry. He has held several key positions, including hosting the popular morning news program 'Today', and is known for his professional reporting and in-depth investigations. more

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