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“Americans have always had an ambivalent attitude toward intelligence. When they feel threatened, they want a lot of it, and when they don't, they regard the whole thing as somewhat immoral.”

Quote by Vernon A. Walters

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Vernon A. Walters

Vernon A. Walters, a distinguished American diplomat, was born on January 3, 1917, and passed away on February 10, 2002. He served as the ambassador to several countries and played a significant role in international affairs. more

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