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“Over the eons I've been a fan of, and sucker for, each latest automated system to 'simplify' and 'bring order to' my life. Very early on this led me to the beautiful-and-doomed Lotus Agenda for my DOS computers, and Actioneer for the early Palm.”

Quote by James Fallows

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James Fallows is an accomplished speechwriter, born on August 2, 1949. His career spans across politics, business, and technology, and he is known for his in-depth investigations and insightful observations. more

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