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People build themselves up before you even have to deal with them.
Russell Simmons
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Russell Simmons
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: October 4
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Russell Wendell Simmons
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It's very simple: When you're working your hardest, the world opens up to you.
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The past gives great examples of what can happen in the future. It's always important to remember.
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I think I will always have a connection to young people, to try to bring their voices to the polls, bring their voices wherever they can make a difference. Even to protect their own interests or the interests of the planet or the animals or other individuals, which is critical. I try to keep it.
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