Jim Hightower
Jim Hightower
Jim Hightower is a spirited and funny writer who proudly brings the world his powerful populist viewpoint. With his column, Hightower challenges the media with a viewpoint that isn't the norm leading to his popularity among readers to rise.
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Except for Zorro and Batman, people who put on masks to hide their identity when going to work are r... Read More
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Years ago, when I announced that I was leaving my job as editor of The Texas Observer to run for pol... Read More
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