Kinky Friedman
American country musician (born 1944) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Richard Samet "Kinky" Friedman (born October 31, 1944) is an American singer, songwriter, novelist, humorist, politician, and former columnist for Texas Monthly who styles himself in the mold of popular American satirists Will Rogers and Mark Twain.[1]
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Born | Richard Samet Friedman (1944-10-31) October 31, 1944 (age 79) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic (2009–present) |
Other political affiliations | Republican (before 2004) Independent (2004–2009) |
Education | University of Texas, Austin (BA) |
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Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1964–2009 |
Website | kinkyfriedman |
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Friedman was one of two independent candidates in the 2006 election for the office of Governor of Texas. Receiving 12.6% of the vote, Friedman placed fourth in the six-person race.