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“On the other hand, if someone praised [Donald] Trump, he would respond with praise. This could result in creating a spiral in either a positive or negative direction. A negative spiral could potentially get out of hand, which would be alarming with regard to anyone with a hand hovering near the nuclear button.”

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David Krieger is a renowned author, born in 1942. His works cover a wide range of topics, including history, politics, and social justice. Krieger is known for his research on peace and conflict resolution, and his books and articles have had a profound impact globally. more

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