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“Our officials want nothing more than to be at the top of their professional game and make the correct call. That's what they do; that's their living, that's their pride, that's their joy. They don't achieve that because they happen to be human.”

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David Stern
David Stern

David Stern, born on September 22, 1942, is an accomplished counsel with extensive experience in the legal field. He is renowned for his professional knowledge and rich practical experience in commercial law. more

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