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The way to win the race is not to trip somebody else. Simply have more energy. You will not only have a greater chance of winning but whether you win or lose, you'll be happy.

Frederick Lenz

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