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“My personal taxes are 53% of my taxable income. That's 36% on the federal level and 17% for state and local.”

Quote by Stephen A. Schwarzman

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Stephen A. Schwarzman

Stephen A. Schwarzman, born on February 14, 1947, is an accomplished business magnate from the United States. Known for his exceptional business acumen and leadership, he has achieved remarkable success in the financial industry. As the co-founder, chairman, and CEO of The Blackstone Group, one of the world's largest private equity investment firms, Schwarzman has made a significant impact on the global financial landscape. more

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