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Corrupt officials are usually close-mouthed and open-handed.

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Evan Esar
Age: 95 †
Born: 1899
Born: January 1
Died: 1995
Died: January 1
American Humorist
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Corruption
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Usually
Open
Mouthed
Handed
Corrupt
Officials

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