"In a Manner that Must Shame God Himself"
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The two real political parties in America are the Winners and the Losers. The people don’t acknowledge this. They claim membership in two imaginary parties, the Republicans and the Democrats, instead.
— Kurt Vonnegut
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Source: Wikiquote: "Kurt Vonnegut" (Quotes, Wampeters, Foma & Granfalloons (1974))
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About Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. (11 November 1922 – 11 April 2007) was an American novelist known for works blending satire, black comedy, and science fiction.
About Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. (11 November 1922 – 11 April 2007) was an American novelist known for works blending satire, black comedy, and science fiction.
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