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Quote by Gordon Bethune

“It's like telling Mozart that there are too many notes in an opera. Which one do you want us to take out?”

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Gordon Bethune is an accomplished business leader renowned for his remarkable achievements in the aviation and healthcare industries. Born on August 29, 1941, he served as the CEO of Delta Air Lines, transforming the company into one of the world's leading airlines under his leadership. more

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