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Congratulations, Congress! 77% disapproval rating! You may be about to become the English language's most offensive C-word.

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John Oliver
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: April 23
Actor
Comedian
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Journalist
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Television Actor
Television Presenter
Television Producer
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John William Oliver
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