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“New solutions win by virtue of adoption, and they don't get adopted if they're bad solutions.”

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John Perry Barlow

John Perry Barlow is an American poet known for his thoughts on the digital age and his advocacy for internet freedom. His work spans multiple domains including liberalism, individualism, and technological development. more

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