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Citizen The Citizen: Serving The Black Community For 55 Years Week of April 29, 2020

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Trez Pugh III, owner of Sip & Savor, a coffee shop with three, South Side locations, received a $50,000 loan from the Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund. Photo credit: Wendell Hutson

CITY OF CHICAGO HELPING SMALL BUSINESSES STAY AFLOAT WITH COVID-19 LOANS

An Englewood entrepreneur with three, South Side coffee shops including one in Hyde Park, was among the ďŹ rst recipients to receive a low-interest loan from the $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund. PAGE 3

Partnership Announced To Reopen Regional Economy

Myfirstwig Donates Thousands of Free Medical Supplies

Political Leaders inform residents via online forum

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION SECRETARY DEVOS PROPOSES RETHINKING TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BY EMPOWERING TEACHERS TO CUSTOMIZE, PERSONALIZE THEIR CONTINUED LEARNING U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos proposed a new funding priority recently that would allow teachers to rethink their professional development. Under the proposal, through stipends or vouchers, teachers would be able to select and access professional development courses and opportunities that are relevant to their personal needs or career goals instead of having one-size-fits all programming dictated to them by the state or local education agency. “I’ve spoken with hundreds of teachers across the country who love teaching yet share the same frustration: their professional development courses don’t meet their needs, and they don’t help them serve students,” said Secretary DeVos. “That’s why I believe we must treat teachers like the valued professionals they are and empower them to seek out the professional learning opportunities that support their goals and aspirations. If we can trust teachers with our children each day, we should trust them to select the right continuing education courses.”

The department is seeking feedback from the public about this Notice of Proposed Priorities, which is posted to the Federal Register. The comment period is open until May 13, 2020.

HEALTH

EXERCISE RESTORES YOUTHFUL PROPERTIES TO MUSCLE STEM CELLS OF OLD MICE A nightly jaunt on the exercise wheel enhances musclerepair capabilities in old mice, according to a new study by researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine. Only older mice saw this benefit, which the researchers found is due to the rejuvenation of the animals’ muscle stem cells. “The effect in old animals is very significant,” said Thomas Rando, MD, PhD, professor of neurology and neurological sciences and director of Stanford’s Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging.

“We found that regular exercise restores youthfulness to tissue repair. Their muscle stem cells start to look and behave like those of much younger animals.”

While no researchers have discovered a reliable fountain of youth, it’s well known that certain lifestyle adjustments can be beneficial.

“Exercise is known to reduce the risk of a wide variety of age-related problems, including cardiovascular disease, cancer and perhaps even Alzheimer’s disease,” Rando said. “There’s a lot of interest in understanding how exercise confers these health benefits,” he added.

Midwest Governors Announce Partnership to Reopen Regional Economy Governors JB Pritzker (IL), Gretchen Whitmer (MI), Mike DeWine (OH), Tony Evers (WI), Tim Walz (MN), Eric Holcomb (IN) and Andy Beshear (KY) recently announced that they will work in close coordination to reopen the economy in the Midwest region.

The governors said, “We are doing everything we can to protect the people of our states and slow the spread of COVID-19, and we are eager to work together to mitigate the economic crisis this virus has caused in our region.

Here in the Midwest, we are bound by our commitment to our people and the community. We recognize that our economies are all reliant on each other, and we must work together to safely reopen them so hardworking people can get back to work and businesses

can get back on their feet.

“Today, we are announcing that Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Indiana, and Kentucky will work in close coordination to reopen our economies in a way that prioritizes our workers’ health. We look forward to working with experts and taking a fact-based, data-driven approach to reopening our economy in a way that protect families from the spread of COVID-19.

“Our number one priority when analyzing when best to reopen our economy is the health and safety of our citizens. We will make decisions based on facts, science, and recommendations from experts in health care, business, labor, and education.

“We will closely examine at least these four factors when determining

when best to reopen our economy: • Sustained control of the rate of new infections and hospitalizations.

• Enhanced ability to test and trace.

• Sufficient health care capacity to handle resurgence.

• And best practices for social distancing in the workplace.

“Phasing in sectors of our economy will be most effective when we work together as a region. This doesn’t mean our economy will reopen all at once, or that every state will take the same steps at the same time. But close coordination will ensure we get this right. Over time, people will go back to work, restaurants will reopen, and things will go back to normal.

We look forward to working together as one region to tackle this challenge together.”

Myfirstwig provides first-responders, healthcare workers, doctors, nurses and others free medical supplies As part of a major initiative to support first-responders, health care workers and other frontline workers during this COVID-19 pandemic, Myfirstwig, one of the world’s most popular brands in the lace wig industry, has donated thousands of free medical supplies to these fearless workers.

The total donations included 1,000 N95 masks, 1,000 surgical masks, 3,000 gloves and 300 goggles, donated to these workers primarily in New York City.

“Although what we can do

is limited,” Nicole Wilson, a manager at Myfirstwig said, “we’ve tried our best to support those who work on the front line. If we all stick together and support each other, there is nothing we can’t overcome.”

In making the donations, Myfirstwig executives said they are “deeply conscious of the serious shortage of medical supplies these workers are facing.” In an expanded statement, the company said, “They are risking their lives to save others at this tough time.

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LAW & POLITICS

SEC AWARDS OVER $27 MILLION TO WHISTLEBLOWER The Securities and Exchange Commission recently announced an award of more than $27 million to a whistleblower who alerted the agency to misconduct occurring, in part, overseas. After providing the tip to the Commission, the whistleblower provided critical investigative leads that advanced the investigation and saved significant Commission resources.

“This award marks several milestones for the program,” said Jane Norberg, chief of the SEC’s Office of the Whistleblower.

“This is the largest whistleblower award announced by the Commission this year, and the sixth largest award overall since the inception of the program. This award also brings the total amount awarded to whistleblowers by the SEC over the $400 million mark.”

As set forth in the Dodd-Frank Act, the SEC protects the confidentiality of whistleblowers and does not disclose information that could reveal a whistleblower’s identity.

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help them more efficiently, Myfirstwig came up with a creative idea by providing a platform so they can apply for free medical supplies directly.”

Myfirstwig also reached out to customers and other supporters, via its social media channels, encouraging them to thank and support all the healthcare workers.

The company also held several live shows for healthcare workers. The company’s sister website RPGShow has donated PPE supplies to hospital in NYC. “This is such a nice thing to do for healthcare work-

ers,” said Allison, one of the nurses receiving some of the donated supplies. “We see every patient that comes in with COVID-19 symptoms.

You have no idea how much this means to us at this time.

The mask that I currently have, is one that I’ve had for two weeks now. We have to keep using it until they can get more for us to use. So, to have clean mask, is such a blessing! We all are truly grateful for people like you and your team. Thank You so much!”

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City of Chicago Helping Small Businesses Stay Afloat With COVID-19 Loans Continued from page 1

BY WENDELL HUTSON Contributing Writer

An Englewood entrepreneur with three, South Side coffee shops including one in Hyde Park, was among the first recipients to receive a low-interest loan from the $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund.

The Sip & Savor, which is owned

by Trez Pugh III, received a $50,000 loan from the resiliency fund that will be used to pay employees.

“Before the coronavirus hit, I had 19 employees, but now I am down to six with some working a few hours here and there, but most receiving unemployment,” explained Pugh. “Payroll is 50 percent of cost for small businesses, so that is what I plan to use this grant for as well as operating and marketing expenses.

This loan means that my employees that might have been laid off, will now keep their jobs.”

He also received a $2,500 grant from the University of Chicago, which announced this month it would award $680,000 in grants ($2,500 to $7,500) to small businesses in Douglas, Grand Boulevard, Greater Grand Crossing, Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, South Shore, Washington Park, and Woodlawn.

Sip & Savor has two Bronzeville locations at 528 E. 43rd St. and 78 E. 47th St. and one in Hyde Park, 5301 S. Hyde Park Blvd.

And despite the current stayat-home order issued by Gov. JB Pritzker, which has crippled most small businesses, Pugh, a retired federal employee, said he has no plans to close either location, even if it means using his personal funds.

“I have changed the store hours and will continue making adjustments until things get back to normal, but all three locations will remain open,” contends Pugh.

“Without the loan from the resiliency fund, I probably would have started running up credit cards or dipping into my retirement to keep things moving along. So this loan was a big help.”

Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19 (coronavirus disease of 2019), is the name of the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and it was originated in Wuhan, China in late 2019, according to the World Health Organization, which said it has now affected more than 1 million people. And symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties.

The period within which symptoms would appear is two to 14 days.

“Its [COVID-19’s] impact on our small businesses has cost the livelihoods of thousands of Chicagoans and threatens the very fabric of our communities,” said Mayor Lori Lightfoot. “The Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund offers our local, family businesses and entrepreneurs a critical lifeline during this unprecedented moment of economic hardship and uncertainty.”

According to Rosa Escareno, commissioner for the city’s Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, the resiliency fund (chicagoresiliencyfund.com) so far has approved 124 loans to a diverse pool of applicants with blacks and Latinos accounting for 41 percent. Each business receiving loans, employs fewer than 50 employees and suffered more than a 25 percent drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

“The Chicago Small Business Resiliency Loan Fund is working to put millions of dollars into the hands of small business owners during these challenging times,” said Escareno. “[And] we are taking important critical steps to help our small businesses pay rent, meet payroll and satisfy other urgent operational needs in order to stay afloat during this time.”

The city also created a Small Business Navigator program where 10 organizations, such as the South Shore Chamber of Commerce and the South East Chicago Commission in Hyde Park, will assist businesses with applying for loans. Each participating organization received a $10,000 grant from the city.

“Essentially, we are the liaison between the city of Chicago and small businesses,” said Tonya Trice, executive director of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. “So, if a business needs help filling out an application for the resiliency fund, we can help with that.”

And unlike the federal Paycheck Protection Program, which provides forgivable loans to small businesses, loans made by the resiliency fund must be repaid.

“Having a loan is not necessarily the worse thing in the world because it can help you grow your business,” added Trice.

While not chosen for the Navigator Program, the Chatham Business Association has also been active in helping businesses access COVID-19 relief funds, said Melinda Kelly, president of the CBA.

Political Leaders inform residents via online forum

BY TIA CAROL JONES

The Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference hosted a COVID-19 Virtual Community Forum. Residents had the opportunity to hear from political leaders and others from the community about what is being done on the local level to help people during COVID-19.

Topics included resources, how to get food, housing, unemployment compensation, as well as food insecurity.

Fylynne Crawford is the president of the Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference. Crawford said the organization was trying to figure out how to connect with people.

“Our mission is to address issues in the community that affect our quality of life,” she said. “And, this affects our quality of life, so we thought, ‘let’s have a COVID-19 forum.’ “ The organization had been hosting meetings for their members online. So, they decided to have the COVID-19 forum online. Crawford said it wasn’t’ easy to coordinate and credited her board and the communications committee with facilitating the event. She said there were 200 people signed up to participate in the virtual forum.

“We had pretty good attendance.

People seem[ed] grateful to have their voice[s] heard. And, the elected officials were happy to join us,” she said.

Bill Lowry, Cook County Commissioner, was one of the elected officials who participated in the forum. Lowry said it was important to communicate and listen to the residents in his district.

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The Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference hosted a COVID-19 Virtual Community Forum as an opportunity for residents to connect with elected officials and receive information about what is being done during COVID-19.

Elected officials included 4th Ward Alderman Sophia King, 5th Ward Alderman Leslie Hairston, Cook County Commissioner Bill Lowry, State Representative Curtis Tarver, State Senator Robert Peters and State Representative Kam Buckner. Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference

He said he’s always interested in putting himself in situations where he can hear from others. “I really enjoyed hearing from the community, hearing the concerns that many had, such as the issue with rent and mortgage payments. I think it’s very important that you put yourself in the position to hear from those that you’ve been elected to represent,” he stated.

Lowry added one of the things he wanted to deal with during the forum was unemployment and how members of the community could take advantage of those benefits.

“I think it’s so important because we’ve never seen unemployment to this degree,” he said. “So, it’s very important that all of us are able to get in, make use of resources that allow us to maintain our homes, feed our families.”

Lowry said it is important for residents to take advantage of these resources, especially when jobs are being eliminated and people are being furloughed during the pandemic.

Lowry said he shared information about what’s happening at Stroger and

Provident Hospitals with the forum attendees.

“I’m very pleased to report that the Providence Emergency Department actually reopened on Monday, the 20th at 7 a.m. That was 16 days before the targeted reopen date,” he said. “So now, that emergency department is open for our community and that’s very important to note, with those three areas being reconfigured for purposes of treating COVID-19.”

Lowry said those sites are also testing for COVID-19. He was happy to share information about the hospitals and resources with the residents. He said he also wanted to talk about the disproportionate mortality rate for African Americans who have contracted COVID-19.

“I clearly believe what we’re seeing today is something that started centuries ago, or certainly decades ago, the disinvestment in our community, lack of health care, good health care [and] often [the] lack of good food sources” he said. “I want to make sure those resources are finding their way to the West side, to the South side [and] to the South Suburbs.”

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NEWS About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, but here’s how companies can help StatePoint - After paying monthly student loan minimums, many Americans have just enough to cover basic living expenses, which means that when unexpected expenses arise, they often end up defaulting on their student loans.

It’s no wonder that student loan debt is a top financial stressor for so many. There’s good news, though.

Not only can employers help employees with student loan debt, but doing so is in everyone’s best interest. Here’s how: Reducing Anxiety A growing number of employees are entering the workforce with student loan debt. About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, owing $1.5 trillion in federal student loan debt, and Americans also owe an estimated $119 billion in student loans from private sources not backed by the government, according to the Center for American Progress.

Experts say that this debt is

causing anxiety and a distracted workforce, with many people spending hours of their workday wondering how to meet financial commitments. A majority of borrowers with student loan debt report being worried about paying off their student loans, according to research reported by Phy.org from the University of Missouri, research which also found a strong link between student loans and mental stress for borrowers.

According to research, those with student loans say that getting help with refinancing or repaying their loans would ease their stress so they can focus on their job. When such assistance is offered, employees appreciate that their employer cares about their financial well-being, and ultimately becomes more engaged and involved in the success of the business.

Refinancing Education Some may wonder whether refinancing is worth their time and

effort, but research shows that many people who take out student loans have a high interest rate, and on average, borrowers take 20 years to pay off their student loan debts.

Instead of continuing to pay a high rate for the lifetime of the loan, employers can work with education benefits providers, such as BenefitEd, to direct employees toward private refinancing options such as U-fi.

Even saving a small amount each month can substantially lower the total cost paid over the life of the loan.

Employees are likely to appreciate having the option to refinance loans as well as receive education and financial advice from their employers, say experts who name supporting employees’ financial health as a great way to increase employee loyalty and engagement.

Avoiding Loan Default Nationally, the default rate on student loans is increasing. In 2018 alone, student loan delinquencies

There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce. Photo credit: fizkes / iStock via Getty Images Plus

amounted to over $166 billion.

Missed payments can affect someone’s credit score for years.

It can also affect employment opportunities as some employers are now checking candidates’ credit scores before making job offers.

If employees receive advice on refinancing their student loans or receive repayment assistance from employers, they’ll be more likely to make their monthly payments

and less likely to deal with the consequences of a poor credit score.

To learn more about how employers can support future and current employee financial needs, visit youbenefited.com.

There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce.

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Virtual “Armchair Explorer” Tours Entice Consumers to Dream Now and Travel Later Staying home doesn’t mean you can’t explore the world right from the comfort of your armchair, sofa or bed, say travel advisors at Travel Leaders Group who send their clients the recently launched “Armchair Explorer” -- an inspirational series of emails with social graphics, eBooks, videos, virtual tours and articles. The emails, chuck-full of engaging travel options, are delivered every Thursday for 12 weeks to approximately 2 million consumers who have already opted in. Due to the popularity, Armchair Explorer can now be opened as a digital magazine layout using a link in the email.

“With Armchair Explorer, travelers can fill their extra time with dreams of travel,” said J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Travel Leaders Group, North America’s largest travel agency company.

“Travelers can virtually explore from the comfort of their homes, letting their minds wander the earth to sample a

Travel Leaders Group has launched the Armchair Explorer for travelers.

world of experiences until they can travel later to their desired destination.”

As the first email in the series states, “time is something many of us have more of lately, which makes now a great time to sit back, relax and let our minds wander free.”

The Armchair Explorers distributed so far have included such as entries on the best places to whale watch, virtual tours of national parks and some of the finest museums in the world, such as the Louvre in Paris and the Guggenheim in New

York, according to a press release. It included links to several audiobooks, including “Tracks” by Robyn Davidson, following a courageous young woman’s journey through the Australian desert, and “The Art of Travel” in which author Alain de Botton gives a philosophical examination of why and how we travel.

Clients were also able to explore several wonders of the world, including The Taj Mahal in India, The Colosseum in Rome, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, as well

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as hike the Great Wall of China and explore the Pyramids of Giza.

“As Armchair Explorers, consumers can enjoy these destinations and more from home while helping prevent the spread of the coronavirus,” said O’Hara. “We know people want to be safe, but they also have a natural desire to explore the world around them. The Armchair Explorer emails help to satisfy those desires.

When this crisis ends, and travelers are ready to turn those travel dreams into reality, our advisors will be here

with additional ideas and advice about a host of journeys.”

Travelers who receive Armchair Explorer emails are current clients of advisors affiliated with Travel Leaders Group, including those from Travel Leaders Network, Barrhead Travel, Nexion Travel Group, CruCon Cruise Outlet, Cruise Specialists and Travel Leaders Vacation Centers.

To opt in to advisor emails, armchair explorers can visit TravelLeadersGroup.com/advisors to connect with a travel advisor of their choice.

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BUSINESS

Siemens Foundation Provides $1.5M Across 12 Community Health Centers to Support COVID-19 Response Efforts In a news release, the Siemens Foundation recently announced it is providing $1.5 million to community health centers across 12 U.S. cities to respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

Community health centers are the nation’s largest primary care provider for the medically underserved and uninsured, reaching 29 million of those most in-need. As a result of COVID-19, these health centers face a shortage of funding to stay operational and maintain a sufficient workforce, further crippling their ability to provide affordable healthcare at a critical time. Aligning with its dedication to social equity, the non-profit organization established by Siemens USA, including funding provided by Siemens Healthineers, is committed to supporting these critical healthcare providers so they can continue serving their communities when they are needed most.

“As the COVID-19 crisis disproportionately threatens lower-income and medically underserved communities, it’s important for us to support the institutions that sustain our social compact,” said David Etzwiler, CEO of the Siemens Foundation.

“Community health centers and their staff are on the front lines providing primary care every day and they now play an especially critical role in our medical services infrastructure when emergency services and hospital settings are overwhelmed. Vital services like these are paramount to advancing equity in America.”

The following health centers were selected using equity criteria developed by the Siemens Foundation in consultation with the National Association of Community Health Centers, the Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers, and Siemens: Chase Brexton Health Services in Baltimore Chicago Family Health Center in Chicago Western Wayne Family Health Centers in Metro Detroit Daughters of Charity Services/Marillac Community Health Center in New Orleans Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., in Philadelphia Stride Community Health Center in Denver Newark Community Health Centers, Inc., in

Newark WATTS Healthcare Corporation in Los Angeles Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health Care in Washington, D.C. Morris Heights Health Center, Inc., in New York Community Health Centers in Orlando International Community Health Services in Seattle The $1.5 million commitment is funded, in part,

by The Siemens Healthineers Fund of the Siemens Foundation, supported by Siemens Healthineers business in the United States. The centers will be free to use the funding however they deem it is most needed.

The Foundation’s efforts complement Siemens’ and Siemens Healthineers’ collective efforts to combat COVID-19 by supporting critical infrastructure and by helping state and local governments address urgent healthcare needs. The company’s employees are maintaining essential operations to support hospitals, power plants, government facilities, military sites, manufacturing locations and data centers. They’re also supporting critical city services such as transportation, water and waste, and national security emergency response systems.

Siemens is also a part of collaborative on-theground effort to support the expansion of existing and new hospital spaces, ensuring these facilities have reliable power, fire and life safety systems, and the tools they need to treat patients. Siemens Healthineers is committed to providing a range of solutions necessary for the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with COVID-19 – from a test kit used to aid in the diagnosis of COVID-19 disease to portable X-ray, ultrasound, and blood gas systems used in monitoring for patients, as well as unique cloud-based platforms and remote monitoring systems to assist front-line healthcare providers.

For more information on how Siemens is taking action to support American healthcare, visit its COVID-19 response page.

For more information on the Siemens Foundation, follow @SFoundation on Twitter or visit siemensfoundation.org.

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Crowe appoints first chief diversity officer As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Crowe LLP recently named Chris Mitchell as the firm’s first chief diversity officer.

Crowe is a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world.

Mitchell has been with Crowe for six years, serving as a consulting principal within the technology, media and telecommunications services group prior to this appointment.

In his new officer role, Mitchell is responsible for driving an innovative and programmatic agenda to support a culture of inclusion in line with the firm’s vision and strategy. He has an MBA in IT management from Touro University and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Diversity and inclusion have been a major focus for Crowe and for Crowe CEO Jim Powers throughout his tenure. “The firm needs to continue building, promoting and sustaining an inclusive work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and is inspired to bring their best each day,” Powers said. “As we continue to dedicate resources to this goal, we felt it was important to appoint someone to lead and be held accountable for the continued progress toward our vision.”

As one of the firm’s top priorities, diversity and inclusion is championed internally at Crowe by its Inclusion Excellence Council, which Mitchell has chaired. The council oversees initiatives that work to understand, appreciate and address the various perspectives and needs of all Crowe people, clients and the communities in which the firm operates.

“I’ve been given the opportunity to formally lead our diversity efforts,” said Mitchell, “but what’s important to understand is that Crowe is behind it, firm leadership is behind it and our people have been behind it all along.”

Mitchell said the need for diversity resources continues to strengthen and evolve. “On top of being vital for a company’s workforce, it’s also growing more important in business,” he said.

“Crowe is already nurturing the values, ethics and culture of diversity, and as we mature as a business, it’s critical to have the resources dedicated to it, as well,” Mitchell said.

“Diversity and inclusion are not only important to the firm, but important to our clients and prospects as well. This offers us an opportunity to grow and recognize the diverse backgrounds at Crowe,” Mitchell stated.

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