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“The ladder of success is best climbed by stepping on the rungs of opportunity.”

Quote by Ayn Rand

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American novelist and philosopher, known for her novels and philosophical ideas. Her works emphasize individualism, free markets, and rationalism, and have had a profound impact on politics and philosophy in the late 20th century. more

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