<p>A product of Galt, California, Alex Gates is a loving husband, skilled educator, true Gryffindor, dragonslayer, wizard of the highest order, defender of the realm, Cowboys fan, and connoisseur of cheap beer. He spent four years at California State University, Sacramento studying literature, watching football, and day drinking before obtaining a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Southern California.<br />
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