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“The Cold War was really the great struggle of the 20th Century and it shaped American political life from top to bottom.”

Quote by Jeff Sharlet

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Jeff Sharlet, born in 1972, is an accomplished journalist known for his in-depth investigations and revelations of social issues, particularly in the areas of politics, religion, and the LGBTQ+ community. more

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