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From across the nation they came, carrying signs and banners and little combs. It was the Million Mustache March. On April 1, they gathered at the Capitol to petition their lawmakers for a $250 tax credit to cover facial hair-related expenses.

The headlines were unequivocal: The New York Daily News screamed "Wanna make more money? Try growing a mustache." NBC News went with the more authoritative, "Study: Men With Mustaches Make More Money." In India, The Deccan Chronicle offered: "People with mustache are paid well." And Iran Daily...

On March 14, hirsute New Yorkers competed in the city's fourth annual contest for the best beard in the five boroughs. In addition to its normal selection of events, including "Full Beard Natural," "Full Beard Freestyle" and even "Ladies' Artificial," this year's competition debuted a new category:...