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“Too often it's not the most creative guys or the smartest. Instead, it's the ones who are best at playing politics and soft-soaping their bosses. Boards don't like tough, abrasive guys.”

Quote by Carl Icahn

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Carl Icahn, born on February 16, 1936, is a renowned American businessman, investor, and entrepreneur. He is known for his astute investments in the capital markets and his aggressive investment strategies. more

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