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Remembering 'Joe the Plumber': Samuel Wurzelbacher's Legacy Lives On

Samuel "Joe" Wurzelbacher, known as "Joe the Plumber" after questioning Barack Obama during the 2008 presidential campaign, has died at the age of 49. Wurzelbacher, who later ventured into politics himself, passed away after a long illness, having been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He gained fame for his exchange with Obama about economic policies and went on to campaign with John McCain and Sarah Palin. Despite his initial popularity, Wurzelbacher's bid for a U.S. House seat in 2012 was unsuccessful, and he returned to working as a plumber.

via NPR|

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'Joe the Plumber' Dies at 49, Remembered for Confronting Obama on 2008 Campaign Trail

Samuel Wurzelbacher, known as "Joe the Plumber" during the 2008 presidential campaign, has passed away at the age of 49 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Wurzelbacher gained fame when he questioned Barack Obama about small business taxes during a televised encounter. He became a symbol for Republicans and conservative commentators, but his popularity waned after it was revealed that he was not a licensed plumber and owed back taxes. He later ran for Congress but was unsuccessful.

via The New York Times|

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