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I think being a woman in any business that's dominated by men, you have your garden variety pros and cons, where you learn how to focus and harness your various powers and weaknesses for better or for good.
Amanda Palmer
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Amanda Palmer
Age: 48
Born: 1976
Born: April 30
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