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“The feeling I got from my research is that the victims of bombings end up becoming as alienated from the government as the terrorists who cause the attacks.”

Quote by Karan Mahajan

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Karan Mahajan is an Indian-American author known for his deep exploration of social, political, and economic issues, particularly the impact of globalization on developing countries. His debut novel, 'The Association of Small Bombs,' received widespread acclaim. more

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