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The last time that I saw Jack Shales, he was in a nostalgic mood, and I, always one for a good story, was the perfect captive audience. That day, I
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The number one reason why people do not give? THEY ARE NEVER ASKED. It’s true. Think about the last time you heard of a great cause by chance, but did
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