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Political Pranks: When Humor Crosses the Line

This chapter explores notorious April Fool's Day pranks in politics, including a shocking headline about a government collapse and a bold legislative joke by a Texas representative. It underscores how humor can blur into serious consequences, exemplified by a double hoax involving a Hawaiian DJ and a Senate bill.

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