USA Today has come out with a new survey—apparently, three out of every four people make up 75% of the population.

About David Letterman

David Michael Letterman (born April 12, 1947) is an American comedian, television host, writer, and producer. He hosted late-night television talk shows for 33 years, beginning with the February 1, 1982, debut of Late Night with David Letterman on NBC and ending with the May 20, 2015, broadcast of Late...

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USA Today has come out with a new survey - apparently, three out of every four people make up 75% of the population.