This isn’t a particularly novel observation, but the world is full of people who think they can manipulate the lives of others merely by getting a la… - Groucho Marx

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This isn’t a particularly novel observation, but the world is full of people who think they can manipulate the lives of others merely by getting a law passed. There are large groups in America who, if they could swing it, would prohibit the use of everything that they didn’t personally approve of — smoking, drinking, dancing, going to the movies, eating Italian salami and, if it could be regulated, even love.

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About Groucho Marx

Julius Henry Marx (2 October 1890 – 19 August 1977), known as Groucho Marx, was an American comedian and actor known as a member of the Marx Brothers comedy act and for his solo film and television career.

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Birth Name: Julius Henry Marx
Alternative Names: Julius Marx
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This isn't a particularly novel observation, but the world is full of people who think they can manipulate the lives of others merely by getting a law passed.

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