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“When you become 70, you can't deny that you're on the downhill. But I keep doing what I've been doing. If I retired, what would I do? I'd brood about my kids and I'd play around with my investments, which would probably cost me.”

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Robert J. Samuelson
Robert J. Samuelson

Robert J. Samuelson is a distinguished columnist, born on December 23, 1945. His work is known for its in-depth analysis of economic and political issues, providing readers with a unique perspective. more

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