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Gerald Barzun

Taxation with representation ain't so hot either.

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Did you ever get to wondering if taxation without representation might have been cheaper? www.english-slang.com

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If you don't think women are explosive, try dropping one. www.english-slang.com

Gerald Ford

(1913--) U.S. President I know I am getting better at golf because I am hitting fewer spectators. www.english-slang.com

Vanya Cohen

(1976- ) When there's a single thief, it's robbery. When there are a thousand thieves, it's taxation. www.english-slang.com

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