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“Mobile is great for us. I think, even though the size of the screen doesn't give everything The New Yorker has to offer, people are spending a lot of time reading - and reading seriously - on the phone.”

Quote by David Remnick

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David Remnick, born on October 29, 1958, is an accomplished American journalist known for his profound insights into politics, culture, and international affairs. He served as the editor of The New Yorker magazine, where he published many highly acclaimed articles. more

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