Letter

At times amusing, informative, controversial . . .

Sep 28 2024 Updated September 27, 2024

Opinion

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Thank you for your contribution to my way of thinking over the years Jeremy. Your script was at times amusing, informative, controversial, BUT NEVER BORING.

Frank Murphy

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Gisborne Herald

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