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Quote by Samuel P. Huntington

“Expectations should not always be taken as reality; because you never know when you will be disappointed.”

Quote by Samuel P. Huntington

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Samuel P. Huntington

Samuel P. Huntington, born on April 18, 1927, and died on December 24, 2008, was a renowned political scientist. His research focused on comparative politics, international relations, and democratic theory. Huntington is best known for his theory of the Clash of Civilizations, which posits that conflicts between different civilizations will be the primary feature of international relations in the 21st century. more

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