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From the Annals of American Political History: Harry Baals and Wankard Pooser.

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Mark Sackler

“I saw a snake having sex with a vulture and, I thought, it’s just business as usual in Washington, DC.”–Jarod Kintz There may be plenty of snakes and vultures in Washington, DC,  but when it comes to flat out, upfront … Continue reading →

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Lord Timothy Dexter, American Author, Businessman, and Lucky Eccentric

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Dave

I only do long posts if they’re good ones. This is someone I have wanted to cover for a long time (since well before my 100th post, where I first mentioned him), because he is one of the most fascinating … Continue reading →

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