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“My Obama is getting pretty good ... I think I'll vote for whoever makes my portrayal easier. It takes time to put together a comic impression. It takes time to recognize the tics. Right now, for instance, I could do a dead- on Paul Ryan and people wouldn't recognize it. Personalities take a while to sin.”

Quote by Dana Carvey

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Dana Carvey, born on June 2, 1955, is an American actor renowned for his exceptional contributions to comedy. He is best known for his work on the sketch comedy show 'Saturday Night Live', where he created memorable characters and left a lasting impact on American comedy. more

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