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Quote by Howard Hughes

“Play off everyone against each other so that you have more avenues of action open to you.”

Quote by Howard Hughes

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Howard Hughes was an American investor, filmmaker, and aviation pioneer. Born on December 24, 1905, he passed away on April 5, 1976. Hughes is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the aviation industry and his success in filmmaking. more

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