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We humans have become dependent on plastic for a range of uses, from packaging to products. Reducing our use of plastic bags is an easy place to start getting our addiction under control.

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David Suzuki
Age: 88
Born: 1936
Born: March 24
Biologist
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Zoologist
Vancouver
British Columbia
David Takayoshi Suzuki
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