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“People will say you should quit running if you're a slow runner. Or you should quit basketball if you can't dribble with your left hand. I don't agree with that. If you're not a very good reader at 14, nobody thinks you should stop reading.”

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Timothy Shriver

Timothy Shriver is a well-known figure in the public domain, with an undefined professional category. Born on August 29, 1959, he has demonstrated his influence across various fields since then. more

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