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Carl Joachim Friedrich

Carl Joachim Friedrich, born on June 5, 1901 in Germany, passed away on September 19, 1984. He was one of the most influential political scientists of the 20th century, known for his contributions to the study of democracy, political development, and comparative politics. more

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