In 1955, the citizens of São Paulo were so upset with their government that they elected a rhinoceros named Cacareco (meaning rubbish) to the city council in protest, with over 100,000 votes.
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Every U.S. president with a beard has been a Republican.
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George Washington grew marijuana in his garden.
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Of all things, Andrew Jackson's tombstone does not mention that he served as the president of the United States!
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When George W. Bush was 30 years old, he was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
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Former U.S. Congressman John Jenrette once had sex with his wife on the steps of the Capitol Building during a break in a late night Congressional session.
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Kim Jong-il is only 5' 2'' tall. He wears four-inch lifts in his shoes to compensate for his short stature.
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