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“There are television critics, movie critics, and theater critics too who I like and who I follow and I get genuinely bummed when they don't like something that I've written because I usually agree with them.”

Quote by Aaron Sorkin

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Aaron Sorkin, born on June 9, 1961, is an American screenwriter known for his deep insights into political, legal, and business themes. His works include 'A Few Good Men', 'The West Wing', and 'House of Cards'. more

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