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Quote by Benno C. Schmidt, Jr.

“To take the measure of oneself by reference to one's colleagues leads to envy or complacency rather than constructive self-examination.”

Quote by Benno C. Schmidt, Jr.

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Benno C. Schmidt, Jr.

Benno C. Schmidt, Jr. was born on March 20, 1942. His profession and category are unknown, and there is a lack of detailed information about his life and achievements. more

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