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“I personally favor old mechanical watches, but my snobbery does not extend to demanding that all people wear them. My snobbery demands that no one wear a digital.”

Quote by Gene Weingarten

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Gene Weingarten

Gene Weingarten is an American journalist known for his column in The Washington Post. His work is characterized by humor and profound insights into human nature and social issues. Weingarten has won multiple journalism awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. more

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