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[Being Wrong: Adventures in the Margin of Error] [By: Schulz, Kathryn] [January, 2011]

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Kathryn Schulz
Kathryn Schulz

Kathryn Schulz is a renowned journalist known for her in-depth investigative reporting and unique analytical perspective. Her writing spans a wide range of topics from environmental issues to cultural phenomena, earning her praise for her sharp insights and rigorous academic approach. more

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