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Infographic: Political Animals

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For well over a century, the donkey and the elephant have been intimately tied to the American political landscape. In honor of the upcoming election, here are some facts about the two species, and the backstory on how these two animals came to represent their respective parties. Click infographic to enlarge image.

Infographic: Political Animals

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