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“A system of limitless individual choices, with respect to communications, is not necessarily in the interest of citizenship and self-government.”

Quote by Cass Sunstein

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Cass Sunstein is a prominent legal scholar and academic, recognized for his work in law and behavioral economics. Born on September 21, 1954, he has made substantial contributions to the fields of law and public policy. Sunstein has held significant academic positions at Harvard Law School and the University of Chicago Law School, and has also served in government roles, including as the Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs under the Obama administration. His research has covered a broad range of legal and economic issues, and he is the author of several influential books and articles. more

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