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An imbalanced association is when one or both parties become abusive and takes unfair advantage, tries to block another's enlightenment or success.

Frederick Lenz

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Frederick Lenz
Age: 48 †
Born: 1950
Born: February 9
Died: 1998
Died: April 12
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San Diego
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