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“One reason that a lot of people see me as cheerful and optimistic is that my expectations are really rather low.”

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Glenn Reynolds, born on August 27, 1960, is an American law professor known for his extensive research and teaching experience in the fields of intellectual property, constitutional law, and internet law. He has held teaching positions at several renowned law schools and has authored numerous academic works on law and technology. more

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