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“The most successful social media experiments-whether spearheaded by one person, a group of individuals, a company, or an institution-invite you in, treat you as a friend, and make you feel at home. Look around, they say, and tell us how we can make things better; get to know us. Get involved and tell us what you think.”

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Melinda Blau
Melinda Blau

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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