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Matt Howard - The Apologist
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The Apologist
Matt Howard

Ok, ok, so it’s time for me to talk.
Here? Is this the line where I best hit the mark?

I’ll need a lectern, somewhere to rest the hands –
of course I’ll relay the lesson learned, I understand

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