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“Without communism ... our state lacks a Wizard of Oz to terrify all the people all the time. So the state looks inward, at the true enemy, who turns out to be - who else? the people of the United States.”

Quote by Gore Vidal

Book:The Last Empire: Essays 1992-2000

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The Last Empire: Essays 1992-2000

This book is a compilation of essays written over a decade, exploring various themes and ideas. more

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American writer, playwright, screenwriter, and critic. Known for his sharp political satire and profound historical insight, Vidal's work spans a variety of genres including novels, plays, screenplays, and criticism. more

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