Birthdate: October 3, 1925
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: West Point, New York, United States
Died: July 31, 2012
Eugene Luther Gore Vidal, an American writer and public intellectual, was renowned for his sharp wit. He tackled societal and sexual norms in American life through his novels and essays. Vidal was an active participant in politics, twice running unsuccessfully for office as a Democratic Party candidate. As a political commentator, he critiqued the impact of militaristic foreign policy on the United States. His works were featured in top magazines, and he engaged in debates with fellow intellectuals and writers. Vidal’s novels delved into corruption in both public and private realms, often using historical and social satire to make his points.
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