Arianna Huffington

Who is the person who had the most effect or influence on you growing up?
My mother. She offered unconditional love and unconventional wisdom.

Was there any specific event, in your life or in the world, that helped define you?
When I was 5 years old, I sent my friends home from my birthday party because they were keeping me from my reading. Something was clearly afoot.

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