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The attackers are the people with bold, innovative ideas who are trying to disrupt the status quo and usher in a better way. The defenders are the incumbents who try to defend what they have. We need to bring an attacker mindset to whatever we choose to do.

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Steve Case
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: August 21
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Honolulu
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