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“In at least one way we are atypical bloggers. That’s because we just keep on posting. The typical blogger, like most people who go on diets and budgets, quits after a few months, weeks, or in many cases, days.”

Quote by Stephen J. Dubner

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Stephen J. Dubner

Stephen J. Dubner is an American journalist and author known for his unique insights into economics. Born on August 26, 1963, he graduated from Columbia University. Dubner co-wrote the 'Freakonomics' series with Steven D. Levitt, which combines economic principles with everyday life cases and has been widely popular. more

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