By 1858 a congressman dragging it in the House as an “open invitation” on banners in northern cities.
From cheeky 19th-century politicking to today’s favorite meme, some traditions never die.
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🗳️ “Vote early and often” is the original self-roasting election slogan!
Historian James Morgan traced it back to 1848 and John Van Buren (yes, that president’s son).
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Marco Rubio's earlobes make up 14% of his entire body weight.
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I Just learned Winston Churchill was a Liberal #MP for #Dundee (1908–1922). Always thought of him as a staunch Conservative! His political journey was more complex than I realised. History surprises me yet again. #Churchill #HistoryFacts #BritishHistory #PoliticalTrivia #WinstonChurchill #DidYouKnow
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