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The public's nerves are raw and edgy. You have to be discreet and understanding about the films you are showing.

Jack Valenti

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Jack Valenti
Age: 85 †
Born: 1921
Born: September 5
Died: 2007
Died: April 26
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Jack Joseph Valenti
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