“Instead of giving money to found colleges to promote learning, why don't they pass a constitutional amendment prohibiting anybody from learning anything? If it works as good as the Prohibition one did, why, in five years we would have the smartest race of people on earth.”
Quote by Will Rogers
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Will Rogers
Will Rogers was a renowned American actor, humorist, writer, and aviator, born on November 4, 1879, and died on August 15, 1935. He gained widespread acclaim for his unique sense of humor and wisdom, becoming an important figure in American culture during the 20th century. more
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