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He is saying his father’s disability affected the family’s habits and shaped his own behavior. Because his father did not drive, he grew up not learning to drive and felt limited in his mobility. The quote also suggests a strong family influence that stayed with him for years.
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Originally said in English.
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About Pete Hamill
American journalist, novelist, essayist and editor
Pete Hamill was an American journalist, novelist, essayist, and editor. He worked in New York City journalism and became known for writing about the city’s politics, sports, and crime. His life and career are closely tied to the press in New York. He was a columnist and editor for the New York Post and the New York Daily News. His writing was noted for trying to catch the particular character of New York, especially its public life and its darker edges.
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