7 Things Sen. Ted Cruz Taught Us In 21 Hours

He promised he would talk until he couldn't stand. But who knew we would learn so much? Senator Ted Cruz of Texas held an almost-filibuster in which he railed against Obamacare for 21 hours on the Senate floor.

1. His daughters love Green Eggs and Ham.

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And he read it to them on CSPAN during his faux filibuster.

2. He loves White Castle.

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He said, "I like their little burgers" while musing on how Obamacare threatens to slow their growth. Meaning fewer delicious little burgers.

3. Duck Dynasty is a wise, all-American show.

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His favorite quotes? "You put five rednecks on a mower, it's gonna be epic," and "You call 911. At home, I am 911."

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4. Chinese Gooseberries are from New Zealand.

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In a question/answer with Senator Lee of Utah, Cruz was asked about the origin of the Chinese gooseberry (actually). He said, "Most would say they are from China, but in fact, they are from New Zealand." He didn't mention that they're actually just kiwis, though.

5. The 100 Years War was actually 116 years long.

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Also part of Senator Cruz's trivial pursuit game with Senator Lee.

6. Camel brushes are actually made of squirrel fur.

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Said Senator Cruz, "Squirrels have a very bad marketing department. They give their fur, and the camel gets credited." This little guy is just as surprised as we are.

7. "Y'know, Latins love white suits."

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While describing his father going out on the town in Havana, Senator Cruz said "y'know, Latins like white suits."

Actually, we did know that.