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“For most of mankind, the average person knew what was happening in his own village and the next one, and nothing beyond that, and he didn't care, so that leaders were able to guide their countries almost irrespective of what people really thought because they weren't involved in it. Now, everybody knows what's happening instantaneously.”

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Brent Scowcroft

Brent Scowcroft is an esteemed American politician who served as the National Security Advisor. Born in March 19, 1925, he had a profound impact on U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War and the post-Cold War era. more

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