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<span dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">They are under no obligation to respond. And, not responding is a response of sorts. </span>
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<br><span dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">I would send the letter again via FedEx to rule out the possibility that they are intentionally ignoring you. If they are, options against an itu applicant are limited.</span>
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<p>Dec 31, 2023 3:36:29 PM Jessica R. Friedman via E-trademarks <e-trademarks@oppedahl-lists.com>:</p>
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