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“Of all creatures on earth, we humans have the highest level of stupidity.”

Quote by Cullen Hightower

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Cullen Hightower

Cullen Hightower, a person of unclear identity, was born in 1923 and passed away on November 27, 2008. His life experiences and contributions are not well-documented, and more information is needed to understand his background. more

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