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"Gary subscribes to the approach of helping other lawyers rise as he rises. Gary has contributed excellently in his presentations to the First Amendment Lawyers Association. He was selfless, kind and patient in talking to me about one or two of my cases when I started doing First Amendment defense many years ago.
Gary his highly respected in First Amendment Lawyers Association, and I am sure the same is the case in the broader legal community. I will always appreciate the time Gary spent sharing his thoughts on my cases."