I distinctively remember interviewing Burton early in my career.
Every line had an expletive. I asked if he might consider rephrasing a line or two because otherwise I wouldn't be able to use his quotes.
"Who's f—ing problem is that?" he replied.
RIP.
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John Burton, 92, Dies; California Political Boss Who Staged a Comeback