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I don't 'support the troops' or any of those other hollow and hypocritical platitudes uttered by Republicans and frightened Democrats. Here's what I do support: I support them coming home. I support them being treated well.

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Michael Moore
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: April 23
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