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Tip-Off #140 - A Bias for Hope

Tip-Off #140 - A Bias for Hope

"The only way in which we can bring our creative resources into play is by underestimating the difficulty of a task.” - Albert O. Hirschman.

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Aug 01, 2024
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Remember when a Brooklyn artist tried to board a United Airlines flight with her peacock, Dexter? Despite purchasing a seat and providing a medical certificate for her emotional support animal, United barred their entry due to size and weight issues. This memorable incident, alongside others involving pit bulls, …

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