Quote by Rodney Dangerfield

I come from a stupid family. During the civil war my great uncle fought for the west


I come from a stupid family. During the civil war my great u

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's family is not known for their intellectual or smart choices. It also highlights that during the civil war, their great uncle chose to fight for the western side.

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Family
By Rodney Dangerfield
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