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" I've always had a fascination with the technical and small-scale aspects of life - the national media seem to have more interest in the sweeping political views. "

John Sandford

Media

Political

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John Sandford

Somewhat

Depressive

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John Sandford

Look

Kind

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" If you do outline, you have to be aware of the problems that that kind of thing can cause. "