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“When you are skinning your customers, you should leave some skin on to heal, so that you can skin them again.”

Quote by Nikita Khrushchev

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Nikita Khrushchev
Nikita Khrushchev

Nikita Sergeyevich Khrushchev was a Soviet politician who served as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. He was one of the most influential leaders in Soviet history, serving from 1953 to 1964. During his tenure, Khrushchev implemented the de-Stalinization policy, attempted to improve relations with Western countries, and promoted economic reforms. more

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