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As long as he goes by "John Apple" he should be ok - usually the bribe gets credited to the surname.
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John Apple, great guy people say he's the best at computers, business I don't know.
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> As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.

It sounds like Cook will continue to get the dirty work of pleasing world leaders while Ternus can focus on actually running the company.

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Basically. Tim is the ablative heat shield.
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I believe these bribes/flatteries mostly confer a single-use benefit. Things like golden trophies seem to buy a victory in that moment, but they seem to have little relevance on decisions made even a month later, regardless of who gifted it and whether they're still at the helm.
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I think you will have your answer if you consider which approach nets the recipient the larger number of golden tributes.
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Depends if you want a FIFA Peace Prize or not.
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I'm glad someone mentioned this.
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