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Also Known As Malcolm Stevenson Forbes, Jr.
Born July 18, 1947 (age 79) • Morristown • New Jersey
Political Affiliation Republican Party
House / Dynasty Forbes family
Notable Family Members father Malcolm S. Forbes

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