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David will be joining Ian for a live conversation next Sunday October 11th at 6:30pm at the New Parkway Theater in Oakland. You can purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/david-cay-johnston-with-ian-masters-in-oakland-tickets-1999799812071
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