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The Hollywood guide to the state capitals
3 October 2011
I'll probably link to any video showcasing all fifty states in some way, and if you throw in capitals as well, I'm practically guaranteed to share it. (h/t Andrew Sullivan.)
Naming the capitals is actually a party trick* I've perfected over the years, along with state nicknames and (on a good day) the names of each of the presidents. I haven't learned all the vice-presidents, though. One day...
* Probably for a rather boring party, admittedly.
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