Life Its Ownself
by DeeceXin 🇺🇸 U.S. Politics
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Life Its Ownself
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a distinctly Texan take on politics, culture and life its ownself.
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About DeeceX
Deece Eckstein was not born in Texas, but got here as quick as he could. He spent 40 years in state government/politics, and retired from county government in time for the pandemic. He now splits his time between Austin and the Trans-Pecos.
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