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“To me, there is no such thing as a trash duck. There are ducks that are a lot better to eat than other ducks. But a duck is just that.”

Quote by Phil Robertson

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Phil Robertson
Phil Robertson

Phil Robertson, born on April 24, 1946, is a well-known television personality. He gained popularity through his role in the television show 'Duck Dynasty', which follows the story of his family's business in waterfowl hunting and hunting supplies in Louisiana. more

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