Mr Dursley Character Analysis

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Mr. and Mrs. Dursley were proud to say they were perfectly n
I treat other people the way I want to be treated.

I treat people with equanimity and impartially.

I am open-minded and reasonable.

I play by the rules .

I don't take advantage of people.

I consider the feelings of all people who will be affected by my actions and decisions.

ormal thank you very much.

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