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Quote by John Battelle

“Bill Gates has become the patron saint of philanthropy and the poster child of rebirth, and from what I can tell, rightly so.”

Quote by John Battelle

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John Battelle is a renowned author and entrepreneur known for his profound insights into digital media and the internet. Born on November 4, 1965, he has written extensively on a variety of topics ranging from business strategy to technological trends. more

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