The Great Read: He Hears Voices in His Head. He Also Helped Win an Election.
He ran a successful political campaign, sometimes from a psych ward, sometimes living on the street. He has found a way to thrive.
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May 7, 2025, 2:00 p.m. Eastern time

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He Hears Voices in His Head. He Also Helped Win an Election.

He ran a successful political campaign, sometimes from a psych ward, sometimes living on the street. He has found a way to thrive.

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