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Quote by Howard Hughes

“Never make a decision. Let someone else make it and then if it turns out to be the wrong one, you can disclaim it, and if it is the right one you can abide by it.”

Quote by Howard Hughes

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Howard Hughes was an American investor, filmmaker, and aviation pioneer. Born on December 24, 1905, he passed away on April 5, 1976. Hughes is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the aviation industry and his success in filmmaking. more

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