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“The mobilisation which Bush has been able to perform since 11 September 2001 has to be fought - at least by Americans - in the name of a wise, honourable and democratic patriotism.”

Quote by Todd Gitlin

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Todd Gitlin is an American writer born in 1943. He is known for his profound insights into cultural, political, and social issues, particularly in the context of the radical movements in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Gitlin's work spans a variety of fields, including media criticism and social theory. more

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