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I was born and raised in the high desert of Nevada in a tiny town

I was born and raised in the high desert of Nevada in a tiny town called Searchlight. My dad was a hard rock miner. My mom took in wash. I grew up around people of strong values – even if they rarely talked about them. – Harry Reid

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It has been my honor to support and work with President Barack Obama, a man who has brought courage and character to the presidency. President Obamas strength of character leads him to do the right thing, even when it isnt the easy thing. – Harry Reid

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I dont know if there is a gene for comedy, but my dad was a very funny man. He just didnt know it. He was a naturally funny character, and when my brother and I would laugh at things he said and did, he would say, What do you think is so funny? – James Belushi

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My dad remembers being in school with my uncle, and the teacher would say outright to the class that the Japanese were second-class citizens and shouldnt be trusted. – Mike Shinoda

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Right now, it hasnt affected my music other than the fact that I dont have time to write any of it. Thats no different from when I first started and I lived at home. I would play the guitar in the afternoon and then my mom or my dad would come home and Id have to quit. – Paul Westerberg

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That is the thankless position of the father in the family – the provider for all, and the enemy of all. – August Strindberg

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