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"When in 1969 I became publisher of the 'Washington Post' as well as president of the company, my pla..." — Katharine Graham

When in 1969 I became publisher of the 'Washington Post' as well as president of the company, my plate was fuller than ever. I had partly worked myself into the job but not, except for rare occasions, taken hold. I had acquired some sense of business but still relied on others more than most company presidents did.
Katharine Graham
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