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“I was surprised by how many people think of themselves as procrastinators, but, like me, seem to get a lot done anyway.”

Quote by John Perry

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John Perry is a renowned philosopher, born on January 16, 1943. He is a professor at Stanford University, specializing in logic, language philosophy, and cognitive science. Professor Perry is highly respected in the academic community, and his works have had a profound impact on subsequent generations. more

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