Well, a lot of politics is communicating with people, and obviously co…

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Well, a lot of politics is communicating with people, and obviously comedy has something to do with that. I've been a producer and led people. Also, being a comedian, you're under pressure. ✨ Interview with Stephen Thompson, progressive.org. July 2, 2009.
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Well, a lot of politics is communicating with people, and obviously comedy has something to do with that. I've been a producer and led people. Also, being a comedian, you're under pressure. ✨ Interview with Stephen Thompson, progressive.org. July 2, 2009.

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