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“You don't want someone who can't tell the difference between having a different opinion and dismissing your opinion.”

Quote by Carolyn Hax

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Carolyn Hax is an American writer renowned for her advice column in The Washington Post. Born on December 5, 1966, she has been offering relationship and life advice to readers for over two decades. Hax's columns are known for their insightful and often humorous take on a wide range of issues, from personal relationships to societal norms. more

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