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“I don't have any problem with the United States acting on behalf of its own interests. That's what big powers do; that's what all countries do. I would just like to see us analyze in a serious way what really is in our interest. Sometimes we intervene in foreign countries in ways that seem successful at first. In the end, however, we wind up with unpredicted consequences that make us regret those operations.”

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Stephen Kinzer is an American author known for his in-depth reporting on political and social issues in Latin America. His work often focuses on the history, culture, and social changes in the region, particularly in Central America and Mexico. Kinzer's writing style is characterized by critical analysis and profound insight, and his books frequently become focal points of academic and public interest. more

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