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Too bad that all the people who know how to run the country are busy driving taxicabs and cutting hair.
— George Burns
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "Too bad that all the people who know how to run the country are busy driving taxicabs and cutting hair." in the context of "Life magazine (December 1979)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "George Burns" (Quotes)
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About George Burns
George Burns (20 January 1896 – 9 March 1996), born Nathan Birnbaum, was an American comedian, actor and comedic partner and husband of Gracie Allen.
About George Burns
George Burns (20 January 1896 – 9 March 1996), born Nathan Birnbaum, was an American comedian, actor and comedic partner and husband of Gracie Allen.
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