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The Naked Cowboy wants to be the city's mayor, promising
transparency in politics--while running almost buck naked. "I know
how to do more with less," said entertainer Robert Burck, clad as
usual in a pair of white briefs, boots and a cowboy hat, as he
announced his bid Wednesday in Times Square.
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