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“A lot of the economy is indeed being supplied by goods that are produced offshore. And much of the reason for that is societal.”

Quote by Frederick W. Smith

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Frederick W. Smith

Frederick W. Smith, born on August 11, 1944, is an influential entrepreneur in the business world. He has extensive experience in the aviation and logistics industries and is considered one of the founders of FedEx, a leading global express delivery service provider. more

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