Claude Ferguson Professional Life

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I agreed with his argument and challenged his own professional life. In my perspective, Claude Ferguson has extensive professional experiences and knew his own inner code. He immediately observed the concerns that bothered him. For example, in some of hiking areas would be danger to children, but they were not aware of risks that would lead to death. It angered him. He decided to do something about his professional concerns. However, he did not expect to facing the harassment, was forcibly transferred with his wife, and threaten to demote his prestigious position by his associates in the organization. However, he stood up and fought for what he believed in his own ethical, subjective, and objective principles. Over 33 years of his dedication

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