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“The power to share has already turned once-solitary activities into social occasions.”

Quote by Melinda Blau

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Melinda Blau, born in 1943, is an accomplished journalist. Her career spans various fields of journalism, including news reporting, editing, and writing. Blau is known for her in-depth investigative reporting and keen insight into social issues. more

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