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“Politics and acting are very closely tied. The job is to convince.”

Quote by Kevin Spacey

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American actor known for his performances in film and theater. Spacey won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in 'American Beauty' and again for his portrayal in the television series 'House of Cards'. more

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