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Sunday, September 8, 2024

The Canary: Michael Lewis on Chris Mark of the Department of Labor

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/interactive/2024/michael-lewis-chris-marks-the-canary-who-is-government/

Posted by Krista at 7:14 PM No comments:

Jawbreakers: Young patients want beautifully imperfect veneers. They’re getting pain, debt, and regret.

https://www.thecut.com/article/veneers-cost-perfect-smile-teeth-regret.html

Posted by Krista at 3:46 PM No comments:

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